Casa Grande Teen Hailey Stephens Killed at House Party

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Casa Grande Teen Hailey Stephens Fatally Shot at House Party: Two More Teenagers Arrested

Casa Grande, AZ – In a tragic incident that has shocked the community, 17-year-old Hailey Stephens was shot and killed during a house party last weekend. The Casa Grande Police Department has announced that two more teenagers, aged 13 and 15, were arrested on Saturday morning, bringing the total number of arrests in connection with the case to nine.

The two boys who were apprehended on Saturday are now facing first-degree murder charges, according to the police. Previously, seven individuals, including six teenagers and an 18-year-old man, had already been arrested. Among them, at least three were charged with murder, while the others faced charges of criminal trespassing.

Hailey Stephens, a student at Casa Grande Union High School, suffered a gunshot wound to the head in the early hours of November 26. She was attending a house party at a vacant residence when the tragic incident occurred. Despite being rushed to the hospital in critical condition, Stephens tragically succumbed to her injuries.

The investigation into Stephens’ death is still ongoing, and the Casa Grande Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward. Detective Nicholas Elliott, who is leading the investigation, can be contacted at the department’s nonemergency number, 520-421-8700, Ext. 7, or via email at Nicholas_Elliott@casagrandeaz.gov.

Furthermore, tips and information can also be provided to Silent Witness through their website, www.casagrandesilentwitness.com, or the P3 App at www.p3tips.com. Alternatively, individuals can call 520-836-2100 to provide information directly.

The teenagers believed to be involved in the shooting include three 16-year-olds, two 17-year-olds, and one 15-year-old. As of Saturday afternoon, none of the arrested minors have been identified by the police. They have all been booked into the Pinal County Juvenile Detention Center.

In another development, an 18-year-old named Jesiah Amaru Street turned himself in to the police on Wednesday night and was subsequently arrested.

The Casa Grande community is reeling from the loss of Hailey Stephens, and her tragic death has served as a stark reminder of the need for increased safety measures and awareness surrounding teenage gatherings. The Casa Grande Police Department continues to work diligently to bring justice to Stephens’ family and ensure the safety of the community.

As the investigation progresses, authorities are urging anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward. The police have emphasized that any relevant information could prove vital in resolving the case.

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