Shooting at West Phoenix Costco Leaves One Dead

Police search for suspect after fatal incident at Costco Business Center

Feb. 8, 2026 at 9:39pm

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A shooting at a Costco Business Center in west Phoenix has left one man dead, according to the city's police department. Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area around 4 p.m. on Sunday and found a man with at least one gunshot wound inside a car, who was pronounced dead by the fire department. The suspect or suspects had fled the scene before police arrived, and no other details were immediately released.

Why it matters

Violent crimes and gun violence in retail settings raise concerns about public safety, security protocols, and potential policy changes to address these incidents. This particular shooting occurred at a Costco location, a major national retailer, which could prompt discussions around safety measures at large commercial businesses.

The details

Phoenix police officers responded to multiple calls about shots being fired near the Costco Business Center on Indian School Road and Grand Avenue. Upon arrival, they found a man inside a car with at least one gunshot wound. The fire department pronounced the man dead at the scene, but the suspect or suspects had already fled before police got there. No other details about the incident or the victim were immediately provided.

  • The shooting occurred around 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 9, 2026.

The players

Phoenix Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident at the Costco Business Center.

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What’s next

Police are still searching for the suspect or suspects involved in the fatal shooting and are asking anyone with information to contact Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS or 480-TESTIGO.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence and public safety, even in commercial retail settings. It underscores the need for robust security measures, crisis response protocols, and community collaboration to prevent and address such violent crimes.