Tempe, AZ – A 48-year-old man was arrested on multiple charges following a hit-and-run incident that left a 16-year-old girl in critical condition early this morning. The girl was struck by a vehicle while crossing Broadway Road near Country Club Road, and the driver fled the scene, sparking a swift investigation by local authorities. At around…
TEMPE, AZ – Three men have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting on Thanksgiving night that left one man dead and a woman in critical condition. The incident occurred on Thursday, November 28, 2024, at an apartment complex located at 987 W. Washington St. At approximately 8:30 p.m., Tempe Police responded to multiple 9-1-1…
Tempe, AZ A 15-year-old student from Marcos de Niza High School was arrested early this morning after bringing a firearm to campus. The incident unfolded at approximately 8:30 a.m. when Tempe Police took the student into custody after a brief pursuit. The situation began the previous day when school administrators and campus resource officers (SROs)…
TEMPE, ARIZ. – Authorities have arrested 60-year-old Jeffrey Michael Kelly in connection with three shooting incidents targeting the Democratic National Committee (DNC) office in Tempe, which began in September. Kelly faces multiple charges, including two counts of unlawful discharge (class 6 felony), two counts of shooting at a non-residential structure (class 3 felony), and three counts…
Tempe, AZ – In the early hours of October 6, 2024, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) campaign office in Tempe was targeted in an apparent shooting incident. The event occurred around 12:30 a.m., but fortunately, no one was present in the building at the time. This marks the third incident at the DNC campaign office, raising…
TEMPE, AZ – The Tempe Police Department has identified Jason Fox, who was killed in an officer-involved shooting, as the suspect in two racially motivated assaults at Tempe Beach Park. Both incidents left one man seriously injured and appear to have targeted individuals identifying as Black or African American. The first incident occurred just before midnight on September 30th, when Fox allegedly confronted two people near the Mill Avenue Bridge, shouting racial slurs and brandishing a handgun before fleeing the scene. Less than 20 minutes later, on October 1st, Fox reportedly confronted a group at Tempe Beach Park, again making racial slurs. He then allegedly shot a man in the face before escaping into a nearby apartment complex. The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) took on the case and, upon investigation, identified Fox as the suspect. The Criminal Apprehension Surveillance Team (CAST) was tasked with apprehending Fox for both aggravated assaults. During the attempted arrest, Fox shot a Tempe police detective, prompting the detectives to return fire, resulting in Fox’s death at the scene. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact the Tempe Police Department at 480-350-8311. Callers may remain anonymous
TEMPE, ARIZ. – Tempe Police are currently investigating a shooting that took place inside Arizona Mills Mall on Friday night. The incident, which unfolded around 7:30 PM in the mall’s food court, led to a significant law enforcement response from multiple agencies. Authorities conducted thorough searches of the mall and interviewed numerous witnesses to ensure…
Tempe Police are asking for the public’s assistance in finding 17-year-old Faith Reed. Faith is a Hispanic female, standing 5 feet 7 inches tall, with a heavy build and long brown hair. She was last seen at her home near McClintock Drive and Broadway Road between 11 p.m. on Wednesday, August 28, and 2 a.m….
TEMPE, ARIZ. – August 27, 2024 A tragic fire at a mobile home in Chaparral Village on the night of August 25, 2024, has resulted in the deaths of four family members, according to Tempe Fire & Medical Rescue and the Tempe Police Department. The victims include Monica Ruiz, 51, and her 3-year-old granddaughter, Ariaelly…
The Tempe Police Department is currently investigating an incident as a suicide that happened on August 14th, 2024 . Authorities are seeking any information that could assist in the investigation. Individuals with relevant details are urged to contact the Tempe Police Department at (480) 350-831.