Masked Suspects Ram Phoenix Gun Store, Steal Rifles
Two men allegedly stole a vehicle and crashed it into a North Cave Creek Road gun store before fleeing on foot with two rifles and ammunition.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Property Crime
Two masked men allegedly stole a vehicle from an apartment complex near 19400 North Cave Creek Road in Phoenix and drove it into a gun store on March 27, 2026, around 12:30 a.m. The suspects allegedly took two rifles and ammunition before fleeing on foot.
Why it matters
The incident involved a vehicle used as a ramming device against a licensed firearms retailer, raising concerns about the security of gun stores in Phoenix. Authorities are seeking the public's help in identifying the suspects.
Two suspects remain at large and have not been identified publicly. Silent Witness is offering a reward of up to $1,000 for anonymous tips leading to their arrest.
The players
Silent Witness
Silent Witness is an anonymous tip program that offers rewards to members of the public who provide information leading to arrests and the solving of crimes.
The details
Police say the suspects, both males in dark clothing and masks, first stole a vehicle from an apartment complex near 19400 North Cave Creek Road. They then drove the stolen vehicle into the gun store on North Cave Creek Road, shattering the building before taking two rifles and ammunition and fleeing on foot.
Timeline
March 27, 12:30 a.m. — Suspects steal a vehicle and crash it into the gun store on North Cave Creek Road.
Legal Context
Vehicle-assisted smash-and-grab burglaries of commercial storefronts have been a recurring pattern in metro Phoenix property crime reporting. Burglaries targeting licensed firearms dealers carry heightened federal and state scrutiny due to the nature of the goods taken.
Residents and business owners near North Cave Creek Road should review security measures and report suspicious vehicles or activity to authorities. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Silent Witness to qualify for the reward of up to $1,000.
The takeaway
Reporting anonymous tips through programs like Silent Witness can help investigators identify suspects in property crimes while keeping informants' identities protected.
Further reading
For related coverage of break-ins and theft across the region, see Property Crime in the Phoenix news archive.
Source note: This article includes information reported by FOX 10.
