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Phoenix Police Detain Suspect Accused of Second-Degree Murder in Downtown Homicide Case

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Published on September 28, 2024
Phoenix Police Detain Suspect Accused of Second-Degree Murder in Downtown Homicide CaseSource: Phoenix Police Department

Following the discovery of a body in downtown Phoenix earlier this month, a suspect has been detained on suspicion of murder. The deceased, identified as 33-year-old William Cain, was found on September 9 near 21st Place and Fillmore Street, his autopsy later confirming the death as a homicide, as reported by FOX10 Phoenix.

The investigation led Phoenix Police to 34-year-old Thomas Harvey, arrested on September 26, and currently facing charges of second-degree murder, the body was found earlier near Roosevelt and 24th streets, which sparked a thorough inquiry by the authorities into the circumstances of Cain's untimely death. Details about the arrest haven't been disclosed immediately, but 12News confirmed Harvey's apprehension and the potential charge laid against him.

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Anyone with additional information pertaining to William Cain's case or other unsolved crimes is encouraged to reach out to Silent Witness; those interested can call at 480-948-6377 or visit their website.