Woman found dead outside Phoenix police station, man in custody: PD

PHOENIX – An investigation is underway after police say a woman was found dead inside a car outside a Maryvale police station.

What we know:

According to police, a man flagged down an officer outside the police station near 59th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard just after 5 a.m. on Nov. 18.

The man reportedly told police his girlfriend was dead inside the back of his vehicle.

“After inspecting the vehicle, an adult female was located suffering from obvious signs of trauma,” police said. “Phoenix Fire responded and pronounced the woman deceased.”

Police say the man was taken into custody and gave officers the location of the original crime scene.

What we don’t know:

No identities were released. It’s unknown how the woman died.

What’s next:

“Officers have secured both scenes and detectives will be responding to take over the investigation,” police said.

Map of area where the victim was found

This is a developing story. Stay with us for updates.