Highlights
- The FBI confirmed someone fired gunshots at a federal immigration building near downtown Phoenix on July 14, 2026.
- Multiple rounds struck the outside of the Federal Enforcement and Removal Operations building; no one was hurt.
- ABC15 and 12News both independently confirmed the investigation, citing FBI Phoenix as the source.
- No suspect or motive has been publicly identified; the investigation is ongoing.
The FBI is investigating a shooting at the Federal Enforcement and Removal Operations building near North Central Avenue in central Phoenix after someone fired multiple rounds at the structure on the afternoon of July 14, according to FOX 10. No injuries were reported, but several rounds struck the outside of the building.
The incident was independently confirmed by ABC15, which reported that FBI Phoenix is investigating the shooting at the Federal ERO Building, and by 12News. The ERO building houses Enforcement and Removal Operations, the ICE division responsible for detaining and deporting individuals in the country without legal status.
No suspect has been publicly identified. The FBI has asked anyone who witnessed suspicious activity in the area of North Central Avenue on the afternoon of Tuesday, July 14, to come forward.
The investigation remains active; no charges or arrests have been announced.
Sources
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- Fox 10 Phoenix retrieved 16/07/2026 18:49
- ABC15 Arizona retrieved 16/07/2026 18:49
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