Valley leaders discuss rising teen violence
Community leaders and parents gathered at a forum on Wednesday to address the growing problem of teen violence in the Valley, sharing strategies and personal stories to find community-oriented solutions. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the story.
Community leaders and parents gathered at a forum on Wednesday to address the growing problem of teen violence in the Valley, sharing strategies and personal stories to find community-oriented solutions. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the story.
Preston Lord case: Trial delayed for 6 suspects accused of murder
The trial for six people accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord is delayed, as a judge rescheduled it to 2026. It was originally scheduled to start later this month.
The trial for six people accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord is delayed, as a judge rescheduled it to 2026. It was originally scheduled to start later this month.
Preston Lord: Trial delayed for 6 in teen's death
The trial for six people accused of killing Gilbert teen Preston Lord is delayed, as a judge rescheduled their trial to 2026. It was originally scheduled to start later in July.
The trial for six people accused of killing Gilbert teen Preston Lord is delayed, as a judge rescheduled their trial to 2026. It was originally scheduled to start later in July.
Preston Lord murder suspect settles civil case
According to court documents, Talyn Vigil agreed to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Preston Lord's parents. Lord died after he was beaten at a Halloween party in Queen Creek in 2023. Vigil is one of seven suspects charged in Lord's death.
According to court documents, Talyn Vigil agreed to settle a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Preston Lord's parents. Lord died after he was beaten at a Halloween party in Queen Creek in 2023. Vigil is one of seven suspects charged in Lord's death.
Teen girl arrested following weekend fight: Gilbert PD
Police say the fight that led to the teen's arrest happened on July 5 near Williams Field Road and Market Street in Gilbert.
Police say the fight that led to the teen's arrest happened on July 5 near Williams Field Road and Market Street in Gilbert.
Arrest made after teen girls fight in Gilbert
Gilbert Police officials say they have arrested a teen, following a fight involving a group of girls over the weekend.
Gilbert Police officials say they have arrested a teen, following a fight involving a group of girls over the weekend.
Preston Lord's parents file wrongful death lawsuit
The parents of Preston Lord claim the parents of Jacob Meisner, one of the suspects accused of beating Lord to death at a Halloween party in Queen Creek, "knew or should have known of their son's propensity to engage in violence."
The parents of Preston Lord claim the parents of Jacob Meisner, one of the suspects accused of beating Lord to death at a Halloween party in Queen Creek, "knew or should have known of their son's propensity to engage in violence."
Preston Lord murder: Lawyers question whether suspect was at the scene
Talyn Vigil is one of the six teens still facing first degree murder charges in the death of Preston Lord. In court, his lawyers were trying to persuade a judge that he was wrongly accused.
Talyn Vigil is one of the six teens still facing first degree murder charges in the death of Preston Lord. In court, his lawyers were trying to persuade a judge that he was wrongly accused.
Jacob Meisner: No plea deal reached for Preston Lord murder suspect
One of the seven suspects accused of killing the East Valley teen turned down a plea deal, leaving that case in legal limbo. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
One of the seven suspects accused of killing the East Valley teen turned down a plea deal, leaving that case in legal limbo. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Suspect in Preston Lord case turns down plea deal
There is a new twist in the Preston Lord murder case, as one of the suspects in the case has turned down a plea deal. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
There is a new twist in the Preston Lord murder case, as one of the suspects in the case has turned down a plea deal. FOX 10's Lauren Clark reports.
Preston Lord case: Jacob Meisner turns down plea deal
Jacob Meisner, one of the seven suspects accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord, was in court on May 30 but did not reach a plea agreement with prosecutors. According to court documents, Meisner faces first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and kidnapping charges. In court on Friday, Meisner was offered lesser charges of aggravated assault and manslaughter, but an agreement was not reached.
Jacob Meisner, one of the seven suspects accused of killing 16-year-old Preston Lord, was in court on May 30 but did not reach a plea agreement with prosecutors. According to court documents, Meisner faces first-degree murder, aggravated robbery and kidnapping charges. In court on Friday, Meisner was offered lesser charges of aggravated assault and manslaughter, but an agreement was not reached.
Preston Lord case: Taylor Sherman settlement hearing
A settlement hearing is scheduled for Taylor Sherman on May 29. Sherman is facing first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in Preston Lord's death. Lord died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Earlier this month, William Hines became the first suspect sentenced in the case.
A settlement hearing is scheduled for Taylor Sherman on May 29. Sherman is facing first-degree murder and kidnapping charges in Preston Lord's death. Lord died after he was beaten outside a Halloween party in Queen Creek. Earlier this month, William Hines became the first suspect sentenced in the case.
Preston's Law to act as a deterrent against violence
FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas hears from those who pushed for the passage of Preston's Law. The hope for the law is that it acts as a deterrent, preventing tragedies like the death of teen Preston Lord.
FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas hears from those who pushed for the passage of Preston's Law. The hope for the law is that it acts as a deterrent, preventing tragedies like the death of teen Preston Lord.
Preston's Law: Teen's mother remarks on his impact after death
The mother of Preston Lord spoke at a May 13 news conference after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed Preston's Law. She says Preston is making the world better even after his tragic death. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
The mother of Preston Lord spoke at a May 13 news conference after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed Preston's Law. She says Preston is making the world better even after his tragic death. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more.
Full video: Preston's Law press conference
On Tuesday, May 13, the Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, along with Rep. Gress and Autumn Curiel, held a press conference following the passage of Preston's Law. Preston Lord was badly beaten at 2023 Halloween party and died from his injuries.
On Tuesday, May 13, the Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, along with Rep. Gress and Autumn Curiel, held a press conference following the passage of Preston's Law. Preston Lord was badly beaten at 2023 Halloween party and died from his injuries.
Preston's Law signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, establishing 'swarming' as a felony
Preston's Law was signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on May 12. The law creates a new type of crime called "swarming," which will be a class 4 felony.
Preston's Law was signed by Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs on May 12. The law creates a new type of crime called "swarming," which will be a class 4 felony.
Emily Pike, Preston Lord bills make their way through Arizona legislature
Bills in honor of Emily Pike and Preston Lord are making their way through the Arizona legislature. Pike's bill aims to establish a new missing persons alert system in Arizona. The goal of Lord's bill is would upgrade assault charges.
Bills in honor of Emily Pike and Preston Lord are making their way through the Arizona legislature. Pike's bill aims to establish a new missing persons alert system in Arizona. The goal of Lord's bill is would upgrade assault charges.
Preston Lord case: William Hines sentenced to 12 years for manslaughter, 5 years for drunk driving
William Owen Hines, the first of seven suspects in the 2023 beating death of Preston Lord, was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
William Owen Hines, the first of seven suspects in the 2023 beating death of Preston Lord, was sentenced to 12 years in prison.
William Hines sentenced for 'path of destruction'
Multiple family members that were affected by the path of destruction of William Owen Hines, as described by the state in court paperwork, spoke at his sentencing hearing. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
Multiple family members that were affected by the path of destruction of William Owen Hines, as described by the state in court paperwork, spoke at his sentencing hearing. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.
William Owen Hines sentenced to 17 years in prison
One of the seven suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of Lord and five years for a separate crime. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach was at the courthouse.
One of the seven suspects charged in the killing of Preston Lord has been sentenced to 12 years in prison for the manslaughter of Lord and five years for a separate crime. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach was at the courthouse.