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Preston Lord

Apr 25, 2025

‘Preston’s Law’ targets aggravated assaults by gangs

Key Points Preston’s Law was introduced in response to the death of 16-year-old Preston Lord in 2023 The bill would classify “swarming” as a category of aggravated assault An amendment […]

People gather for a candlelight vigil to honor the memory of teenager Preston Lord's life in the very place it was taken from him in Queen Creek, Arizona on March 7, 2024. The East Valley teenager was left beaten in the street outside of a Halloween party in Queen Creek, Arizona on October 28, 2023 and died two days later. (Photo By: Alexandra Buxbaum/Sipa USA)(Sipa via AP Images)
Mar 4, 2025

Tougher law on ‘swarming’ assaults receives House approval

State representatives have approved legislation to create a new crime of “swarming” that police and prosecutors say they need to bring serious charges against gang members who assault others. But, […]

Jul 25, 2024

2 men charged in LD14 GOP meeting altercation

The Town of Gilbert filed charges against two family members of a Republican House candidate in Legislative District 14 for an alleged assault at a precinct committee meeting.

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