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Woman charged with murder after fatal crash in Cordova

Cordova, TN A two-car crash has led to the death of a 56-year-old man and the arrest of his wife on murder charges. Sheila Ann Curtis, 56, was taken into custody over the weekend and charged with second-degree murder following the death of Derrick Curtis.

Shelby County deputies responded to a serious collision report on the evening of November 29 at around 9:55 p.m. Upon arriving, they found Derrick Curtis, who was severely injured, after a Chevrolet Colorado he was driving left the roadway and crashed into a ditch.

Emergency personnel attempted lifesaving measures as Derrick Curtis was transported to Regional One Health in Memphis, where he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. Investigators later noted that Derrick Curtis had suffered stab wounds prior to the crash, marking them as contributing factors leading to the fatal accident.

Following the discovery of the stab wounds, detectives with the Violent Crimes Unit commenced an investigation. Evidence pointed to Sheila Curtis as the assailant.

A probable cause affidavit indicated first responders observed inconsistency between Derrick Curtis’ injuries and the damage from the collision. He reportedly communicated to paramedics that his wife had stabbed him before the crash.

In an interview, Sheila Curtis denied these claims, asserting she had been dropped off before the crash occurred. She also stated that an argument had occurred on their return from a funeral.

Witnesses reported a history of domestic violence between the couple, which complicates the situation further. A family member of Derrick Curtis revealed that they picked up Sheila Curtis shortly after the crash, who had mentioned an argument with her husband.

Currently, Sheila Curtis is held at the Shelby County Jail with a bond set at $500,000. A court appearance for a bond hearing is scheduled for Wednesday morning.

Headline: Trio arrested for brutal murder of 62-year-old uncle in Colorado

Fruita, CO

Three individuals face multiple charges for the alleged murder of a 62-year-old man in Fruita. Weston Owen and Sarah Bess, both 18, along with 21-year-old Kellar Weisgerber, are charged with first-degree murder, tampering with physical evidence, abuse of a corpse, and conspiracy.

The Fruita Police Department began investigating a suspicious incident in the 21 Road desert area on Saturday. According to an arrest affidavit, the group was with the victim, John Krabbe, at a local bar prior to the incident.

Owen reportedly perceived a threat when he observed Krabbe touch Bess’ neck. Following this incident, Owen contacted Weisgerber to assist in a plan to harm Krabbe.

The trio waited until Krabbe fell asleep before executing their plan. Owen allegedly struck Krabbe with a flashlight while Weisgerber restrained him, leading to Krabbe’s death.

Afterward, Weisgerber allegedly bound Krabbe’s hands and feet and loaded the body into Krabbe’s vehicle. The suspects then drove to a remote desert location where they disposed of the body.

According to officials, they also attempted to destroy evidence by burning items stained with the victim’s blood. Bess reportedly contacted her mother, alleging that Owen threatened her and encouraged her to call authorities.

A judge set bonds for Owen, Bess, and Weisgerber at $2 million each. Their next court appearance is scheduled for December 5.

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.

Man claims accidental shooting of wife during gun cleaning, faces murder charges

Aurora, CO

A man faces a first-degree murder charge following the shooting death of his wife during an apparent argument. David O’Grady allegedly shot his wife, Taylor Dawn Last, 29, on the morning of September 7 at their home.

O’Grady, 37, initially claimed he accidentally discharged his firearm while clearing it. He stated he attempted CPR for about an hour before calling 911.

Upon arrival, deputies found Last unresponsive on the ground, her body exhibiting signs of having been deceased for some time. O’Grady indicated that she had died several hours before help was summoned, contrary to his earlier claims.

The couple’s two young children were asleep in the house during the incident. Witnesses reported hearing loud arguing and a gunshot before the shooting, with children stating they saw O’Grady throw something at Last as she fell onto the bed.

O’Grady allegedly admitted to previously firing the gun into the bed during their fight. This admission complicates his assertion that the shooting was an accident.

In a GoFundMe campaign initiated by Last’s relatives, her aunt noted the devastating impact of the tragedy on her two daughters. The fundraising page emphasized Last’s role as a loving mother and lamented how her death leaves the children without both parents.

Murder suspect arrested after chaotic shooting in Indiana party

Fishers, IN

A man has been arrested in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred during a party in Fishers. The shooting took place on March 16, when a 24-year-old man, identified as Cameron Doaks, was shot multiple times.

Caleb Weis, 26, has been named as the primary suspect in the case. He was charged with multiple offenses following an altercation that led to Doaks’s shooting, which was classified as a homicide.

Weis’s arrest warrant was attempted to be served on November 6. During that encounter, he was shot by an officer and remains hospitalized.

Court documents detail statements made by Weis following the shooting. In interviews conducted between March and May, inquiries found discrepancies in his account, raising concerns among officials.

Weis maintained that he acted in self-defense during the incident at an Airbnb, where a confrontation with Doaks and another man occurred.

On the night of the shooting, officers responded to reports at approximately 11:39 PM and discovered Doaks unresponsive with multiple gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital.

At the scene, police recovered evidence including shell casings and a gun found under Doaks. Eyewitness accounts confirmed the sound of gunfire during the party, which escalated tensions.

Weis expressed anxiety at the scene, repeatedly stating his disbelief over the events. His account positioned him as the victim of aggression, asserting that the men he confronted brandished firearms.

The following interview revealed conflicting statements from Weis, including a claim that he shot Doaks out of compassion, likening it to putting a suffering deer out of its misery.

Prosecutors noted his constant references to Doaks’ state as indicative of intent to kill. The chaos of that night stemmed from misunderstanding, as Doaks believed Weis was attempting to steal his vehicle.

After thorough examination, Weis faced charges including murder and attempted murder on November 5. His hospital stay continues following the incident with law enforcement.

Man sentenced to life in prison for pizza order murder

Milwaukee, WI A 39-year-old man was found guilty of first-degree intentional murder for fatally shooting a cashier after a dispute over a pizza order. Charles J. Leggett shot 26-year-old Jamil I. Owies at Action Food and Liquor on the morning of October 19.

A jury delivered its verdict on Wednesday after approximately 30 minutes of deliberation. Leggett is set to be sentenced by Circuit Judge David L. Borowski on December 17.

Milwaukee Police received a 911 call around 11:50 a.m. reporting a gunshot at the store. When first responders arrived, they discovered Owies with a gunshot wound to the chest, unresponsive, and without a pulse.

Officers attempted life-saving measures, but Owies was pronounced dead at the scene. An employee revealed that Leggett became upset when he saw his pizza being made without gloves.

Witnesses reported Leggett returned to the counter, where he and Owies began arguing. The argument escalated just before the sound of a gunshot was heard, followed by Leggett fleeing the store.

Security footage from inside the store captured the incident, showing Leggett visibly upset during the confrontation. The recording also revealed that he brandished a handgun before shooting Owies.

Leggett was apprehended soon after and allegedly admitted to shooting Owies during questioning. He described the incident as a response to Owies’ loud remarks regarding the pizza preparation.

During his sentencing hearing next month, Leggett will receive a mandatory sentence of life in prison.

Man charged with murder after girlfriend’s body found near golf course

Livingston, NJ A 35-year-old man has been charged in connection with the murder of his girlfriend, who was found dead near the Cedar Hill Golf Course. Andres Calvachi-Paz was arrested on Tuesday and faces first-degree murder charges for the death of 28-year-old Dayana Chisaguano Maleza.

Calvachi-Paz is also charged with disturbing human remains and theft. The Essex County Prosecutor’s Office stated that the investigation began when Maleza’s body was discovered along the roadway at about 8:45 a.m. on Tuesday by an employee of the golf course.

The worker noticed a foul odor while chasing deer off the course, leading him to a wooded area where the body had been placed. Calvachi-Paz and Maleza had been in a relationship and were living together in Newark prior to the incident.

According to prosecutors, the couple argued earlier this month when Maleza expressed her desire to end the relationship. Calvachi-Paz allegedly responded by strangling her to death inside their home.

After the alleged crime, he is said to have transported Maleza’s body in his car for several hours before dumping it off Walnut Street. Prosecutors claim he attempted to create the illusion that Maleza was still alive by sending messages from her phone.

Calvachi-Paz admitted to killing Maleza after his arrest. It remains unclear when exactly Maleza was killed or how long her body had been in the woods before it was found.

Calvachi-Paz is being held in the Essex County Jail without bond. Details surrounding his court appearance have not been disclosed.

Man accused of murder after shocking home invasion

Converse, TX

A 23-year-old man is accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend’s new boyfriend in a brutal incident. Shiateek De-Shean Wilson was charged with one count of murder for the death of 35-year-old Noel Denzel Miller.

Bexar County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of a shooting in the early morning hours on Sunday. They found Miller on a bed suffering from multiple gunshot wounds and pronounced him dead on the scene.

The woman, who has not been identified, stated that she and Miller returned home around 2 a.m. Shortly after they arrived, she went to shower while Miller retrieved laundry.

She was startled by gunfire and fled to the bedroom, where she found Miller injured. In the doorway, she saw Wilson with a handgun, who allegedly said something about the woman “playing games with him.”

Wilson fled the scene after throwing her cellphone back upstairs with instructions not to tell on him. The woman believed he went to a friend’s house nearby, where authorities later found and apprehended him.

During an interview with detectives, Wilson admitted to shooting Miller but claimed it was an act of self-defense. He alleged that Miller pointed a gun at him during the confrontation.

Wilson stated he arrived at his ex-girlfriend’s home at 1 a.m. intending to surprise her with flowers, money, and cocaine. After hiding in the closet, he claimed he attempted to escape when he was seen by Miller.

Investigators reported finding multiple cartridge casings and bullet holes in the home. Wilson is currently held in the Bexar County Jail with a bond set at $300,000. His next court date is undetermined.