Two more teenagers have been arrested in connection with the death of Hailey Stephens, a 17-year-old girl who was shot and killed at a house party in Casa Grande. This brings the total number of arrests in the case to nine, according to Casa Grande police.
The two boys, aged 13 and 15, were arrested on Saturday morning and are now facing first-degree murder charges. They join seven others who have already been arrested, including six teenagers and an 18-year-old man. At least three of them are facing murder charges, while the others are facing charges of criminal trespassing.
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Hailey Stephens, a student at Casa Grande Union High School, was shot in the head early in the morning on November 26 while attending a house party at a vacant home. She was rushed to the hospital in critical condition but tragically died from her injuries.
The other teenagers believed to be involved in the shooting include three 16-year-olds, two 17-year-olds, and one 15-year-old. None of the minors who have been arrested have been identified by the police, and they have all been booked into the Pinal County Juvenile Detention Center.
In addition to the teenagers, an 18-year-old named Jesiah Amaru Street turned himself in to the police on Wednesday night and was also arrested in connection with the case.
The Casa Grande Police Department has stated that the investigation is ongoing and is urging anyone with information to come forward. Detective Nicholas Elliott can be reached at the department’s non-emergency number, and tips can also be submitted to Silent Witness.
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This tragic incident has shocked the community of Casa Grande, and the police are working diligently to bring those responsible to justice. The loss of Hailey Stephens has left her family and friends devastated, and the community is rallying together to support them during this difficult time.
