Mesa Police Search for Gunman After 16-Year-Old Boy Shot Near Main Street and Gilbert Road

MESA, AZ — Police in Mesa are searching for a suspect after a 16-year-old boy called 911 to report he had been shot, prompting a heavy emergency response near Main Street and Gilbert Road on Sunday.

Teen Called for Help After Being Shot at Least Once

According to the Mesa Police Department, officers were dispatched after receiving a call from the teen himself, who reported he had been shot at least one time.
As officers headed to the scene, several additional callers phoned in with information about the shooting.

Police said that among the multiple reports, the most credible statements indicated the gunman had already left the area by the time officers arrived.

Victim Conscious and Alert; Says He Did Not Know the Shooter

When officers located the 16-year-old, he told investigators he did not know the suspect.
He was transported to a local hospital for treatment and was conscious and alert upon departure.

Police have not released details about the severity of his injuries.

Suspect Remains at Large With No Description Available

Mesa Police confirmed that no suspect description is currently available, and detectives are continuing to review witness accounts and incoming information.

The area near Main Street and Gilbert Road remained active as officers worked to process the scene and gather evidence.

If you have information or witnessed the incident, authorities urge you to contact Mesa Police. Community reports often help move investigations forward — and ChicagoMusicGuide.com will continue to follow updates on this developing case.