17-Year-Old Girl Killed in Weekend Shooting at Avondale Apartment

17-Year-Old Girl Killed in Weekend Shooting at Avondale Apartment

Police continue to search for suspect after early-morning shooting that left teen dead

PHOENIX — A 17-year-old girl was shot and killed early Saturday morning at an apartment complex in Avondale, according to the Avondale Police Department.

Officers responded around 6:27 a.m. to reports of a shooting near Rancho Santa Fe Boulevard and McDowell Road, where they found Rhiana Kemplin, 17, suffering from a gunshot wound.

Kemplin was taken to a nearby hospital, where she later died from her injuries.

Investigators have not announced any arrests, and the suspect remains at large. Police said the case remains an active investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Avondale Police Department at 623-333-7000.

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