CRIME & SAFETY
San Tan Valley home destroyed in 'out of control' fire set by men burning trash in vacant lot, officials say
SAN TAN VALLEY, Ariz. — Two men burning trash in a vacant San Tan Valley lot caused a fire that destroyed a home on Tuesday, according to the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff's office got a call about the fire, which was near Pava Lane and Rolling Ridge Road, from neighbors who reported seeing two men burning trash and weeds in the vacant lot near the home.
Pinal County woman sentenced to life for death of 3-year-old girl
FLORENCE, AZ (AZFamily) — A Pinal County judge sentenced an Arizona woman to life in prison for the death of a young girl in Florence nearly nine years ago. “Children are the most vulnerable in our community and it’s a tragedy this young girl’s life was cut so short,” said Pinal County Attorney Kent Volkmer. “Those who abuse children need to be held accountable. Our thoughts are with the girl’s siblings who will go through life without their sister.”
Missing 8-year-old Gilbert girl found safe with family out of state
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — A missing 8-year-old girl who was feared to be in danger was found safe on Thursday evening. Gilbert police said Zariah Lum was discovered safe with family members out of state. Officers said while she was last seen with her father on Thursday morning, they...
Woman dead after being struck by driver in Gilbert
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — A woman has died after she was struck by a car in Gilbert on Thursday evening. According to Gilbert police, around 7:45 p.m., authorities were called to the collision at the intersection of Queen Creek Road and Val Vista Drive. The 45-year-old woman was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, but later died from her injuries.
Gilbert man sentences to 27 years in prision for killing stepdad
A man will spend more than two decades behind bars for the Christmas Day murder of his stepfather in Gilbert. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office says Michael Trevlyn Kaser, 49, was sentenced to 27 years in prison for the shooting death of Michael Kinney.
Parents, students demand accountability from Chandler Unified School District on teen violence
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — During the Chandler Unified School District’s Board meeting Wednesday night, parents and students demanded action against teen violence and district accountability. During public comment, a Basha High School student claimed she’s been bullied, not by students, but by school staff. Later, another student...
Chad Daybell trial: Focus remains on the murder of Tammy Daybell
PHOENIX - On day 12 of the Chad Daybell trial, the focus remained on the suspicious death of the self-proclaimed doomsday prophet's first wife. Daybell is the Idaho man accused of murdering two Arizona children, whose bodies were later found in his backyard. Daybell's current wife, Lori Vallow, was the...
Gilbert mayoral candidate drops out of race amid 'Goons,' financial fraud controversy
Shane Krauser withdrew his candidacy for Gilbert mayor amid scrutiny over election challenges, connections with the "Gilbert Goons" and a history of financial fraud. Krauser submitted a candidate statement of voluntary withdrawal Wednesday morning, the Gilbert town clerk confirmed. The statement of withdrawal also states he will not run as a write-in...
Chandler mayor, police, expert host listening session on teen violence
Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke invites the public to a listening session to address teen violence and behavioral health in our community. The free event will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday,
Fraud claim brings in notable lawyers in Gilbert election challenge
Election challenges against two Gilbert candidates have been dismissed, but a third candidate faces a new claim of signature collection fraud. The challenges were brought by attorneys that have been active in voter fraud allegations at the state and county level in past election cycles. ...
Chandler Unifed School District reassigns principal named in 'Gilbert Goon' conspiracy lawsuit
The Chandler Unified School District has reassigned a principal whose teenage stepson has been accused of taking part in a group assault of another student in the district. Jamie Lander and her stepson are defendants in a lawsuit against alleged members of the "Gilbert Goons" and their parents. District officials...
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