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Man accused of murdering girlfriend brings body to police station

Phoenix, AZ A man has been charged with first-degree murder after he allegedly shot his girlfriend in the head during an argument and then transported her corpse to a Phoenix police station. Josue Barreras Anaya, 36, is accused of killing Jessica Guzman, 32, at his home on Tuesday morning.

Court documents indicate Anaya and Guzman were in his bedroom when a gun he kept under his pillow fell to the floor. The two began fighting, and Anaya claims Guzman attempted to grab the weapon, resulting in two gunshots, one of which struck Guzman in the head, killing her.

Instead of calling for help, Anaya reportedly wrapped Guzman’s body in a comforter and placed her in the bed of his GMC Sierra pickup truck. He drove to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct around 5 a.m. and flagged down police officers in the parking lot.

Police Sgt. Brian Bower remarked on the unusual nature of such an encounter for patrol officers. Anaya’s hands were tested for gunshot residue, and he answered some preliminary questions before requesting an attorney.

Family and friends of the victim expressed concern about Guzman’s past in a relationship filled with reported abuse. Her brother, David Guzman, previously attempted to help her escape what he described as an isolating relationship.

A GoFundMe campaign set up by her family describes Guzman as a beloved daughter, sister, and mother. Her son is said to have lost the most significant figure in his life, while her mother mourns not just a daughter but a vital support presence.

Anaya remains in custody with a $1 million bond and was still detained as of Thursday.

Father sentenced for leaving children in sweltering car while visiting adult store

Phoenix, AZ Four children were left in a parked car that reached 124 degrees while their father, Ascencio Largo, visited an adult store. Largo, 38, was sentenced this week to four months in jail and 10 years of probation following an incident in July.

Largo was arrested on eight felony counts after a passerby reported the children inside the vehicle. Police arrived to find the car turned off and the windows rolled up, immediately recognizing the danger posed to the children.

After rescuing the children, officers provided water and placed them in a marked patrol SUV with air conditioning to cool down. The children, all under the age of 10, exhibited signs of heat distress, with body temperatures ranging from 99.7 to 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit.

During a court hearing, a prosecutor remarked on the immediate risk of death in this scenario. The judge noted the severity of the situation, critiquing Largo for his actions, stating he could have exited the store to discover his children had died.

Reports indicated that Largo appeared to be intoxicated at the time of the incident and had not responded to multiple announcements by store employees about the parked car. Emergency responders noted that the children were visibly suffering, sweating profusely and exhibiting red skin.

Largo attempted to exit the store through a back door when questioned by officers. His initial denial that the car belonged to him changed when he encountered emergency vehicles surrounding the Nissan.

The incident has drawn significant attention, highlighting the dangers of leaving children unattended in vehicles, especially in extreme heat.