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30-year-old shot and killed, another man detained after shooting in Scottsdale

Police say the suspect alleges self-defense
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SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Police say a 30-year-old man has died after a shooting in Scottsdale.

The incident occurred near Granite Reef Road and McDonald Drive.

ABC15 crews were at the scene around 1 a.m. and a large police presence was still in the area hours later.

Police say that "seven people were contacted at the involved residence, including 30-year-old Gino Mendoza who was found with multiple gunshot wounds."

A 25-year-old man has been arrested. According to police the man called 911 to report the shooting and stayed on scene.

Mendoza was taken to a hospital where he later died.

Officials say the man was booked into jail for one count of second-degree murder.

Police say the suspect is alleging self-defense. Other details have not been released.

The investigation remains ongoing.