Arrests in Scottsdale and Phoenix Hint at End to Multimillion-Dollar 'Dinnertime Burglaries'
Scottsdale and Phoenix area residents see relief as arrests halt 'dinnertime burglaries' of over $4 million in valuables, with South American Crime Syndicate suspects using high-tech devices for thefts.
Memphis Man Convicted of Sex Trafficking and Producing Child Pornography, Facing Life in Prison
Maurice Alexander, Jr. was convicted on federal sex trafficking charges, including crimes involving a minor, and faces life imprisonment with an added mandatory 10 years for being a registered sex offender.
Man Killed, Teen Critically Injured in Overnight Ahwatukee Shooting, Phoenix Police Investigating
A fatal shooting in the Ahwatukee area resulted in the death of a man and left a teenager seriously injured. Local police have launched a major investigation into the incident, which occurred just after midnight on May 28.
Honduran Alien Smuggling Ringleader La Guera Sentenced to 120 Months in Prison Following Phoenix Operation
Honduran alien smuggling ring leader Maria Mendoza-Mendoza sentenced to 120 months in prison by U.S. District Judge Raner C. Collins, with a subsequent three-year supervised release.
Interstate 17 Southbound Closed in Central Phoenix Due to Police Activity, ADOT Advises Alternate Routes
ADOT has closed I-17 southbound at Camelback Road due to a police situation, leading to significant traffic disruptions. The closure's cause and duration are unclear, with northbound traffic unaffected.
Suspected Burglar Victor Lopez Charged After Failed Heist at Tucson’s Maico Restaurant
Victor Lopez was arrested for attempting to steal a cash register from Maico Restaurant in Tucson, breaking a window but thwarted by security bars. The community supports the restaurant owner post-incident.
Motorcycle Crash on SR 51 in Phoenix Leads to Fatalities and Prolonged Lane Closures
A motorcycle crash on SR 51 near Glendale Avenue resulted in a fatality and the closure of southbound lanes. An investigation is underway, and commuters were advised to seek alternative routes. The lanes reopened around 1 a.m.












