Romero called for action from lawmakers, saying “easy access to guns and Arizona’s weak gun safety laws have continued to put all of us at risk.”
Evidence markers lay near items of clothing as part of the Tucson Police Department investigation where nine people were injured in a shooting in downtown Tucson early Sunday morning. A man was taken into custody.
“We all deserve to be safe in all public spaces, in our schools, in our homes, in our shopping malls, and in our places of worship,” she said. “For the victims, you have my prayers for healing and a speedy recovery. To the first responders, you have my gratitude. To our community, join us in taking action against gun violence and helping the victims and those affected by gun violence to heal.”
Former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, who survived an assassination attempt in Tucson during a meet and greet with constituents, also weighed in.
“I’m heartbroken to learn that nine people were shot early this morning in downtown Tucson,” she said. “Too many lives have been changed forever because of America’s gun violence crisis, in my hometown and across the nation.
“Mark and I are grateful for the bravery of Tucson’s first responders as we await more information and hold all those impacted in our hearts.”
The Pima Regional Critical Incident Team is investigating the incident, as is standard in officer-involved shootings. The Tucson Police Department will conduct its own investigation focused on whether any policy violations occurred.
Multiple people were injured, including a suspect, in a shooting in downtown Tucson early Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Anyone with information or video of the incident is asked to call 88-CRIME, the anonymous tip line, and reference Pima County Sheriff’s Department case number 260719048.
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