AJPD took a 19-year-old graffiti suspect into custody after a weeks-long investigation spanning dozens of locations. Community reports aided the case.

Apache Junction police fatally shot a man armed with a BB gun replica on Feb. 14, 2026. Mesa PD leads the independent investigation through EVCIRT.

Casa Grande residents raised Flock surveillance concerns at two 2026 city council meetings, calling for third-party audits and warrant requirements. Here is what was said.

Apache Junction Police unveiled drones, counter-drone detection, and a real-time crime center at the April 7 city council meeting.

Apache Junction police responded to an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at a local Walmart. According to police, the isolated incident posed no threat to the public.

A woman was injured in a drive-by shooting on SR 88 near Apache Junction late Thursday night; the AZDPS Major Crimes District is investigating.

An officer-involved shooting in Apache Junction on Feb. 14, 2026, left one man dead near Shiprock St. and Main Dr.; Mesa Police are leading the investigation.

Apache Junction Police investigated a reported gun threat during a student walkout and determined no firearm was pointed at protesters after witness interviews found no credible evidence.