Nightly Roundup: 2nd round of GOP primary debate; New twist in Chandler animal hoarding case
PHOENIX - From tonight's GOP presidential primary debate to a new twist in the animal and adult abuse investigation in the East Valley, here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
1. New twist in case of alleged animal and adult abuse in Chandler
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Charges dropped against Arizona animal abuse suspect: Here's what to know
It's a case that has sent shockwaves Arizona, as well as creating a firestorm of controversy on social media. Here's what you should know about a police investigation in the Phoenix area that include allegations of animal abuse, in addition to allegations of abuse involving a vulnerable adult.
2. GOP presidential hopefuls gathered for debate
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GOP candidate at debate took shots at Trump and each other
Donald Trump’s rivals were quick to lay into him during the second presidential debate on Wednesday, ripping the former president for skipping the event as they sought to blunt the momentum that has seen him build a commanding early lead in the Republican primary.
3. Attempt to use fake ID gets man in trouble: PD
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Man tried to buy firearms with fake ID at Arizona gun show, police say
According to court documents, 22-year-old Nathaniel Mead went to the Crossroads of the West Gun Show on Sept. 24 and tried to buy firearms with a false ID from the Arizona State Armory booth. Mead also allegedly filled out an ATF form with false information.
4. Why an Arizona forest refused an offer to control the wild horse population in their area
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Arizona forest refuses offer from group to help control wild horse population. Here's the reason why
An Arizona group has had some success in controlling the Salt River Wild Horse population, but as they set their sights on wild horses in other parts of Arizona, some officials are refusing the group's offer.
5. Playtime on street ends in tragedy
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'She will be missed terribly': Toddler struck, killed by tow truck while playing in street
Despite efforts by first responders to revive her, the toddler was pronounced dead after being transported to a local hospital.