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Mesa Man Convicted Of Prostitute Murders

Laura — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:30:53 +0000

39-year-old Trent Christopher Benson was convicted of killing two prostitutes and sexually assaulting two other women. Benson had stated that he murdered and assaulted his victims because he was angry at the amounts they were charging for sex.

Phoenix Police Seeking Publics Help to Identify Dead Woman

Laura — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:58:23 +0000

Phoenix police officers found an injured woman early Sunday morning on a sidewalk near 31st Avenue and Van Buren. She later died at a Phoenix hospital. Phoenix police are asking for help identifying the woman.

Two Bodies Found Outside McCormick Ranch Home

Laura — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 23:00:14 +0000

A Scottsdale resident found the bodies of a man and a woman near the front door of McCormick Ranch near the 8000 block of East Del Trigo. Scottsdale police spokesman Mark Clark stated that there were obvious signs of trauma on the bodies.

Although Scottsdale police have yet to identify the bodies, the homeowners are listed as Steven and Pamela Lester of Rapid City, South Dakota.

Cousins Accused of Killing Phoenix Girl Over Popsicle Plead Not Guilty

Laura — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 22:34:43 +0000

John and Samantha Allen are accused of locking 10-year-old Ame Deal into a box as punishment for “stealing” a Popsicle. The child died after being locked in the box overnight.

They have both entered not guilty pleas to first degree murder.

Abused Boy, Investigated By CPS, Dies of Injuries

Laura — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:57:54 +0000

Arizona Child Protective Services had launched three investigations into allegations of abuse of Jacob Gibson between 2007 and 2010.

Last week he was taken to the hospital with extensive bruising throughout his body, marking from belt buckle, and suspected head injuries. The 6-year-old died from his injuries on Sunday.

The Phoenix Police Department are reviewing charges for 37-year-old Jennifer Paul, and 49-year-old Benny Gibson, who have been in custody since Tuesday in relation to the incident.

Maricopa County Jury Convicts Beer Run Killer

Laura — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:41:22 +0000

Last February, 49-year-old Berry Williams stole several cases of beer from west Phoenix Circle-K and jumped into a getaway car as a passenger. During the police chase that ensued, Williams switched places with the driver. After a freeway chase that clocked speeds up to 112 mph, Williams left exited Interstate 10 and ran a light at 19th Avenue and Baseline where he struck the car of 27-year-old Abel Abebe, an ASU student.

A Maricopa County Superior Court jury has just convicted Williams of murder.

Police Identify Tempe Man Murdered on Saturday

Administrator — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:45:55 +0000

Tempe police have identified a man stabbed to death in a residence on Apache Boulevard as 47-year-old Fred Bustamante. Police are still seeking a 60-year-old man for information about the killing.

Mesa Man Kills Girlfriend; Lives With Corpse For Two Months

Laura — Thu, 28 Jul 2011 02:36:44 +0000

According to Rueters, 35-year-old Erik C. Grumpelt was arrested on Monday for beating his girlfriend to death after she had admitted sleeping with other men in his bed. Police believe 39-year-old Malinda Raya has been dead in the bedroom of the Mesa apartment since May 19th. Grumpelt attempted to cover the odors with carpet powders and room fresheners.

Phoenix Man Sentenced to 20 Years After Killing Neighbor

Laura — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 22:05:08 +0000

51-year-old Gary Thomas Kelley has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for fatally shooting his neighbor in the neck on May 6, 2010.

Phoenix News

Laura — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 23:40:30 +0000

Phoenix police officer accused of stealing drug money from dealers.

Rihanna and Ke$ha cancel Phoenix concert.

Phoenix family seek killer after man found dead in the trunk of his car.

Valley doctor accused of sexual abuse.

Group withdraws Arpaio’s speaking invitation.

Suit alleges discrimination at Phoenix Sheraton.

Letter with white powder found at Mayo clinic.

Pedestrian killed by SUV in Phoenix.

Phoenix man indicted for threatening congressman.

Phoenix police search for Phoenix man with son.

Arizona homeowners buying again.

Arson fire at Phoenix truck business.

Man killed in Buckeye house fire early Sunday morning.

Phoenix mayor blames feds for short-sited Arizona immigration law.