Ashlee Corona Obituary: Phoenix police reported a tragic incident on Sunday evening that appeared to be a murder-suicide, leaving a man and woman dead and a toddler hospitalized in critical condition.
According to Sgt. Phil Krynsky, a spokesperson for the Phoenix Police Department, officers were dispatched to an apartment complex near 99th Avenue and Indian School Road at approximately 8:30 p.m. after receiving calls from concerned residents. Callers reported hearing an argument inside one of the apartments, followed by gunshots.
When officers arrived and entered the apartment, they discovered the bodies of 38-year-old Andrew Corona and his wife, 35-year-old Ashlee Corona. The couple’s young child, identified as Mav, had also been shot but was still alive. The toddler was rushed to a hospital and is currently in stable but critical condition, receiving medical care.
Sgt. Krynsky stated that initial investigations suggest Andrew Corona fatally shot his wife and their child before turning the gun on himself. Detectives are actively investigating the circumstances that led to the tragic event, trying to piece together the sequence of events and any potential motives behind the shooting.
“Preliminary information suggests the male, 38-year-old Andrew Corona, shot his wife, 35-year-old Ashlee Corona, and their child in common before turning the gun on himself,” Krynsky explained. Despite these early findings, the investigation remains ongoing as authorities gather more evidence and interview witnesses.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, with neighbors expressing their grief and disbelief over the tragedy. Many described the family as quiet and seemingly ordinary, making the violence all the more shocking.
In response to the incident, authorities are emphasizing the availability of resources for individuals in crisis. If you or someone you know is struggling with emotional distress, depression, or suicidal thoughts, help is available. You can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, a confidential service offering free emotional support 24/7 for both civilians and veterans. Assistance is also available in Spanish, and crisis counselors can be reached through an online chat for those who prefer that method of communication.
Andrew Corona worked at a Custom Food Service warehouse. He was a resident of Avondale, Arizona, and originally from Phoenix, Arizona.
Ashlee Corona’s Obituary and Funeral Arrangements will be Released by the Family.
