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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.

Mother charged with child abuse after police welfare check reveals deplorable conditions

Louisa, KY

A 26-year-old mother was arrested after police conducted a welfare check at her home. Virginia Lynn Fernow faces charges of criminal abuse of a child and endangering the welfare of a minor.

Officers responded on Friday after receiving concerns about her two young children. They reported a foul odor emanating from the residence upon arrival.

Fernow was found to have her children, ages 2 and 4, in deplorable conditions. She informed police that her daughter had sustained a burn from a heater and claimed she treated the injury with diaper rash cream.

During the visit, police requested to see the children, which Fernow allowed but warned them about dog feces on the floor. Upon entering, officers observed garbage and feces throughout the home.

The children were discovered in a bedroom with no clothes on, surrounded by flies and insects. Fernow reportedly admitted to not cleaning the residence for several months.

She was taken into custody and is held at the Big Sandy Regional Detention Center on a $5,000 cash bond. A court date is set for November 19.

Police have not disclosed the whereabouts of the children following the arrest.