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Man Blasts Unarmed Driver Near Highway with Suppressed Pistol
Arizona man claims self-defense after road rage incident leaves victim dead.
In brief
Arizona man claims self-defense after road rage incident leaves victim dead. William McGinty, 43, faces murder charges after allegedly shooting an unarmed driver during a traffic dispute on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Originally reported by Law & Crime.
Incident Overview
An Arizona man is behind bars but claiming self-defense after a road rage incident left another man dead near a highway.
Defendant Details
William McGinty, 43, stands accused of one count of murder in the second degree over the death of a victim yet to be identified.
Location and Timing
The incident occurred on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, a partial beltway that traverses the broader Phoenix metro area.
Initial Conflict
The 'road rage' started around 2 p.m., McGinty said in a later 911 call.
Traffic Dispute
Both men stopped along 87th Street, just north of Cactus Road, where the fatal shooting occurred.
911 Call Claims
McGinty allegedly said the other man was 'road raging' at him and he had to 'defend himself'.
Defendant's Account
McGinty claimed the victim cut him off, pulling out quickly in front of his car and parking.
Shooting Details
After the victim got out of his car and walked up saying 'get the f, out' over and over, McGinty fired two shots.
Gun Malfunction
McGinty said his gun malfunctioned after the first shot, forcing him to remove a screw from a suppressor before firing again.
Victim's Condition
The victim was found lying face up on the ground nearby, shot in the chest and back, and later died in hospital.
Cops' Findings
Investigators found no broken glass or damage to either car, and traffic camera footage showed no aggressive driving behavior.
Current Status
McGinty is currently detained in Maricopa County Jail on $1 million bond.
Defendant's Claim
McGinty said the victim did not appear to have any weapons on him, and he never left his car during the incident.
Aftermath
The victim was rushed to a nearby hospital where he later died from his injuries.
The big picture
William McGinty, 43, faces murder charges after allegedly shooting an unarmed driver during a traffic dispute on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona.
