Category: Crime
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Fatal Alcohol-Related Crash: Camron Ortega’s Hearing
A 24-year-old Tucson resident, Camron Ortega, is set for a change of plea hearing regarding his involvement in a tragic incident resulting in the death of Tomas Ayala, a 20-year-old Sahuarita man, due to an alcohol-related crash. The Pima County Superior Court, according to records, had Ortega appearing before Judge Doug Metcalf on Monday, where…
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Arizona Man Arrested By FBI For Sharing Bible Quotes, “Christian Extremism” Blamed
An American citizen has been accused in Arizona for allegedly sparking what authorities describe as a religiously motivated terrorist attack in Australia that resulted in the tragic deaths of six individuals, officials revealed on Wednesday. The incident unfolded in Queensland, Australia, where police officers Rachel McCrow and Matthew Arnold, along with an innocent bystander named…
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Surging Illegal Crossings Prompt Closure at Lukeville
The recent closure of the Lukeville Port of Entry by the U.S. Border Patrol on Monday underscores a concerning surge in illegal border crossings. This closure, triggered by a noticeable increase in apprehensions of unauthorized individuals attempting to cross the border, sheds light on broader challenges faced by border control agencies. Impact on Travel and…
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Empowering Resolution: Green Valley Courts’ Mediation Program
Litigation can often be an expensive and time-consuming process, impacting various legal matters such as small claims lawsuits, evictions, civil suits, and injunctions against harassment. However, the Green Valley Justice Court has taken a proactive step to address these challenges through an expanded mediation program, aimed at offering an alternative resolution pathway to the litigants.…
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Thanksgiving Day Arson: Arrest Made, Fire Investigation
A 38-year-old man was taken into custody in connection with a fire that occurred on Thanksgiving Day, engulfing a mobile home in East Sahuarita. Pima County Sheriff’s deputies, along with Rural/Metro and Green Valley Fire District firefighters, swiftly responded to the incident near East Davis Street and South Delgado Road, just before 5 p.m. The…
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US Border Patrol On High Alert, Abandon Checkpoints
Travelers frequenting Tubac and Arivaca might observe unmanned U.S. Border Patrol checkpoints due to increased apprehensions, leading the Tucson Sector to reallocate its resources. John Mennell, a supervisory public affairs specialist with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, highlighted a surge in apprehensions over the past nine months, with a recent spike. Consequently, officials have shut…
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Be Prepared: How To Defend Yourself With A Cain
It’s important to preface this guide by emphasizing that using a walking stick or cane as a weapon for self-defense should only be considered in situations where there is a genuine threat to your safety or well-being. Prioritizing personal safety and avoiding confrontation whenever possible is crucial. Also, local laws and regulations may restrict the…
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Possible Arson Destroys Homes in East Sahuarita
The police were called to East Davis Road in East Sahuarita because there was a big fire that destroyed at least one building. They weren’t sure if it was one big house or two smaller ones that got burned, but they thought something nefarious might have caused the fire. No one was living in the…
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SPD Looks For Details in Deadly Motorcycle Crash Of Jachary King
The Sahuarita Police Department has reached out to the community for assistance in their ongoing investigation into the tragic demise of a 33-year-old Sahuarita resident involved in a motorcycle collision. The incident unfolded when officers swiftly responded to the scene at La Cañada Drive and El Toro Road at approximately 1:15 p.m. on November 19th,…