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Alt-Right Troll Baked Alaska Arrested for Macing Scottsdale Bouncer

Alt-Right Troll Baked Alaska Arrested for Macing Scottsdale Bouncer

By Erasmus BaxterDecember 11, 2020

He spent the night in jail.

‘He’s the Police. He Can Do Anything’: Woman Describes Alleged Assault by Cop

‘He’s the Police. He Can Do Anything’: Woman Describes Alleged Assault by Cop

By Josh KeletyDecember 7, 2020

I told her ‘No, we’re not calling the police. The police just did this.’

Inmate Deaths in Maricopa County Decrease Under Sheriff Paul Penzone

Inmate Deaths in Maricopa County Decrease Under Sheriff Paul Penzone

By Josh KeletyDecember 3, 2020

Illness and suicide are the primary cause of inmate deaths in Maricopa County, according to a new analysis.

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Racial Tension Stoked the Deadly 1942 Phoenix Thanksgiving Day Riot

Racial Tension Stoked the Deadly 1942 Phoenix Thanksgiving Day Riot

By Ray SternNovember 25, 2020

A look back at the bloody Thanksgiving Day Riot in Phoenix between a Black Army regiment, military police, and local law enforcement.

Feds: No Evidence of ‘Wild’ Claims by Skinhead Informant Who Slept With FBI Agent

Feds: No Evidence of ‘Wild’ Claims by Skinhead Informant Who Slept With FBI Agent

By Ray SternNovember 23, 2020

New details in a story involving the FBI, the Goodyear police department, and a good amount of unsavory behavior.

ACLU, Activist Groups Denounce Prosecutions of Anti Police Brutality Protesters

ACLU, Activist Groups Denounce Prosecutions of Anti Police Brutality Protesters

By Josh KeletyNovember 17, 2020

A spokesperson for the ACLU said that they want any charges related to property damage dropped as well.

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Mesa Shelter Owner Accused of Abusing Dogs Is Re-Indicted on Lesser Charges

Mesa Shelter Owner Accused of Abusing Dogs Is Re-Indicted on Lesser Charges

By Ray SternNovember 11, 2020

A new twist in the long-running criminal case against Domenic Asprella and Shelter Paws Rescue.

Phoenix Protesters Hit With Charge of Assisting a Street Gang

Phoenix Protesters Hit With Charge of Assisting a Street Gang

By Josh KeletyOctober 30, 2020

The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office is accusing anti-police brutality protesters of aiding a criminal street gang.

Phoenix Police Sicced a Dog on a Man That Then Bit the Man’s Head, Lawsuit Says

Phoenix Police Sicced a Dog on a Man That Then Bit the Man’s Head, Lawsuit Says

By Josh KeletyOctober 30, 2020

The dog’s name is Fred.

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Phoenix Cop Under Investigation for Alleged Threat Against Mayor Kate Gallego

Phoenix Cop Under Investigation for Alleged Threat Against Mayor Kate Gallego

By Josh KeletyOctober 27, 2020

The Phoenix Police Department confirmed that a “criminal investigation” into one of its own members is underway.

What’s a Fair Prison Sentence for DUI Manslaughter in Maricopa County?

What’s a Fair Prison Sentence for DUI Manslaughter in Maricopa County?

By Josh KeletyOctober 13, 2020

A 34-year-old man faces over a decade in prison for a crime that received shorter sentences in similar cases.

Phoenix Constable Cited for Bullying Russian-American Shopkeeper

Phoenix Constable Cited for Bullying Russian-American Shopkeeper

By Josh KeletyOctober 2, 2020

The Constable Ethics, Standards & Training Board ordered Doug Middleton to attend an anger management class.

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Dion Johnson Died as He Lived, in a World of Crime and Harsh Punishment

Dion Johnson Died as He Lived, in a World of Crime and Harsh Punishment

By Ray SternSeptember 25, 2020

The state trooper who shot and killed Dion Johnson on May 25 had a troubling past. So did Dion Johnson.

Another Former Brophy Priest Has Been Accused of Sexual Abuse

Another Former Brophy Priest Has Been Accused of Sexual Abuse

By Erasmus BaxterSeptember 22, 2020

James A. Sinnerud, S.J. was named in a lawsuit today.

A Teen Is in Custody After He Allegedly Shot at DPS Detectives

A Teen Is in Custody After He Allegedly Shot at DPS Detectives

By Erasmus BaxterSeptember 17, 2020

Here’s what the “blue alert” was about.

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Uber Backup Driver Indicted in 2018 Self-Driving Crash That Killed Woman

Uber Backup Driver Indicted in 2018 Self-Driving Crash That Killed Woman

By Ray SternSeptember 15, 2020

“Distracted driving is an issue of great importance in our community,” Adel said of the 2018 Uber crash.

Tempe Police Chief Resigns, City Manager to Appoint Interim Chief

Tempe Police Chief Resigns, City Manager to Appoint Interim Chief

By Josh KeletySeptember 15, 2020

Sylvia Moir, who has served as Tempe Police Chief since 2016, will step down on October 25.

Activist Says Phoenix Cops Are Targeting Protesters of Police Brutality

Activist Says Phoenix Cops Are Targeting Protesters of Police Brutality

By Josh KeletySeptember 10, 2020

Phoenix police have been targeting and arresting people protesting police brutality and racial injustice due to their political beliefs, a local activist and his attorney allege.

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Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Employee Charged With Child Abuse

Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office Employee Charged With Child Abuse

By Josh KeletySeptember 4, 2020

A MCSO Deputy Service Aide allegedly committed child abuse.

Lawsuit: Black Teen Received Burns When Phoenix Cops Held Her on Hot Street

Lawsuit: Black Teen Received Burns When Phoenix Cops Held Her on Hot Street

By Josh KeletySeptember 1, 2020

Phoenix cops held a 17-year-old Black girl on hot concrete so long that her skin burned off, a new lawsuit alleges.

‘They Kill With Impunity’: Families of Phoenix Police Shooting Victims Call for Accountability

‘They Kill With Impunity’: Families of Phoenix Police Shooting Victims Call for Accountability

By Josh KeletyAugust 27, 2020

“Our police chief was talking about marching in solidarity for George Floyd. But she had George Floyd happen right here in Arizona.”

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National Groups Call for Prosecution of Phoenix Cops, Claim Officer Mocked Islam

National Groups Call for Prosecution of Phoenix Cops, Claim Officer Mocked Islam

By Josh KeletyAugust 21, 2020

“If you want to show your residents that justice is within reach, it starts by delivering justice for the Muhaymin family,” the letter states.

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