A 16‑year‑old male was indicted on eight criminal counts after opening fire on a security guard and an off‑duty police officer outside a reception hall in Mesa, Arizona, on October 26, 2026.
The incident occurred after the teen was denied entry to a Halloween celebration at the venue, prompting him to fire his weapon at the two individuals.
The indictment cites eight charges stemming from the shooting of the two victims.