x
Breaking News
More () »

Video released in deadly shooting of Phoenix coach, police hoping to identify suspect

David Denogean was killed on Nov. 25, 2022 in the area of 12th Street and Maryland Avenue, according to Phoenix police.

PHOENIX — WARNING: The video in this story contains disturbing images.

The Phoenix Police Department is still searching for the person responsible for the deadly shooting of a Valley teacher after nearly three months.

On Nov. 25, 2022, David Denogean, 30, was killed while he was out for a walk with his dog. Denogean was a teacher and coach with the Phoenix Union High School District. 

According to police, the shooting happened in the area of 12th Street and Maryland Avenue, with officers responding to the scene around 6:00 p.m.

Police are releasing video of the incident hoping it leads to the identity of the shooter.

The video from police shows two views of the shooting. Police said one view is from a distance while the other is zoomed in showing the same events. According to police, the suspect is seen running up to Denogean, pointing a gun and shooting before running southbound. 

Denogean's father, Frank Denogean said it's very upsetting to see his son's last moments.

"I've seen it once, and I'll see it again. When you see somebody come out of nowhere and you see my son just walking his dog, he's not aware of anything going to happen, to see someone come and basically shoot the lights out of your son's eyes are, it's tough, very difficult."

In January, investigator released image of the suspect believed to be responsible for the shooting.

Credit: Silent Witness

Denogean said he believes something needs to change in the city.

"The city of Phoenix should be tired by now. Every night multiple, and I know this happens in major cities across the nation. But at some point in time we need to be fed up with this criminal activity that's out there. Whatever needs to be done needs to be done because the streets of Phoenix aren't safe and that's disturbing it really is."

Anyone with information about the murder of David Denogean is asked to contact Silent Witness.

Silent Witness:

Arizona's Silent Witness program allows people to send in tips and share information about crimes happening within their local communities.

The program shares unsolved felony case information in multiple ways, including TV, radio and social media.

Anyone who has information on a crime or recognizes a suspect described by the program is asked to call 480-948-6377, go to the program's website online or download the Silent Witness app to provide a tip. The identity of anyone who submits a tip is kept anonymous.

Calls to Silent Witness are answered 24/7 by a live person and submitted tips are accepted at all times. Submitted tips are then sent to the detective(s) in charge of the specific case.

Individuals who submit tips that lead to an arrest or indictment in the case can get a reward of up to $1,000.

Have a tip? Submit it on the Silent Witness tip form here.

Up to Speed 

Catch up on the latest news and stories on the 12 News YouTube channel. Subscribe today.

 

Before You Leave, Check This Out