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Marana Police Investigate Likely Road Rage Shooting Near Interstate 10 and Ina Road

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Marcus Whitfield

Suspect Detained After Road Rage Shooting, Victim in Serious Condition

TUCSON, Ariz. - Marana Police are investigating a likely road rage shooting that occurred on Thursday, Oct. 1, near Interstate 10 and Ina Road, authorities said.

The Marana Police Department said the suspect was detained and the victim was transported to the hospital with serious injuries.

Timeline of the Shooting

MPD said officers responded to the area around 3:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. One person who called 911 said they heard gunshots and saw someone fall to the ground.

The Interstate 10 westbound off-ramp at Ina was closed for several hours due to the investigation, but was back open before 10 p.m., according to the department.

Second Shooting in Marana This Week

The incident is the second shooting in Marana this week. On Monday, Sept. 28, 55-year-old Charles Whipple was arrested after allegedly shooting someone in the drive-through of the In-N-Out.

The MPD said Whipple is facing charges of attempted second-degree murder and endangerment. As of Oct. 1, he was being held on a $150,000 bond.

During his court appearance, Whipple said he is self-employed and is a former police officer and Navy veteran.

Call for Information

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the Thursday shooting to call 88-CRIME or contact the Marana Police Department at MPDPIO@Maranaaz.gov.

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