Pima County residents found three IEDs within a week, prompting an investigation by local authorities, the FBI, and ATF. Public safety warnings were issued.

A small plane crash near Tucson resulted in the deaths of student pilot Miguel Ornelas and flight instructor Robert Guerrero. The incident is under investigation.

Ex-convict Adam Sheafe confessed to murdering Pastor William Schonemann, with plans to kill other religious leaders. He did not express remorse, citing protection of God as his motive.

Phoenix Police released a video briefing about a suspect's armed robbery on June 7, 2025, followed by a police chase and non-fatal collision. The suspect was arrested, and the involved officer is under investigation.

Arizona man Christopher Delaney sentenced to 28 years for attempting to trade CSAM for a chance to abuse minors.

The District of Arizona charged 177 individuals with immigration offenses during a June enforcement operation, including cases for unlawful reentry and smuggling.

A major vehicle theft ring in Arizona was busted with 29 stolen vehicles recovered, and three suspects charged, following "Operation Escalading Switch."

The AZDPS clarified that their role does not include immigration enforcement, focusing instead on state law violations and combating crime, with federal coordination only when necessary.

Jessica Shukers was fatally shot by her ex-husband, identified as Justin Alan Creed, at Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix. The incident is being investigated as domestic violence.

Ex-Maricopa County detective John C. Byrd III was sentenced to 19 years for murdering his wife Elizabeth, leaving his children with her body. He expressed remorse, while the victim's family remembered her warmly and sought community safety from Byrd.

A man was fatally shot near a Phoenix strip mall, with one man deceased and another detained. Police and investigators are working to determine the events leading to the shooting.

A police SUV collided with another vehicle in Phoenix, resulting in critical injuries to one driver who later died, while the officer sustained non-fatal injuries.

Two recent drownings occurred at the Salt River, prompting investigations by Maricopa County authorities. One man drowned near Blue Point Recreation, and another, Stephan Sweet, died at Sheep's Crossing. No foul play is suspected in either case.