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Victims Found Tied Up and Burned in Their Own Home

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Wed, 15 Feb 2012 18:35:00 GMT

A double murder in Phoenix has police searching vehemently for suspects. The victims were reportedly found tied up and then burned in their own home last week. Although the police are not giving out too many details about the incident, it is known that some evidence stolen from the scene of the crime has helped provide a possible link to the killers. The victims, L.S. and G.S., may have only been two out of a string of fire-death victims that have been taking place in Paradise Valley.

Officers were first alerted to the double murder when they found the victim's car. It had also been torched at a nearby strip mall, leading police to the home of the couple. By the time that they arrived, the place was already up in flames and the two victims had been left for dead. Both victims reportedly were shot before the house was set on fire. Anytime someone has been charged with the crime of murder, he/she needs to seek help from a Phoenix criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. If you've been charged with a violent crime, contact the Knowles Law Firm as we can help you contest your charges.

15-Year-Old Identified as Shooting Suspect

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:23:00 GMT

When police were called to a shooting last week in Peoria, news sources say that the suspect was a 15-year-old boy. Now, despite being a minor, the 15-year-old will be prosecuted as an adult in the state of Arizona. J.L., a Phoenix resident, was charged with two counts of first-degree murder after an incident at a smoke shop in Peoria last week. By the time that police arrived on the scene of the shooting, two people had died and one person was seriously injured.

Police shut down the building as they initially believed that the suspect was hiding inside. Once they realized that a 15 minute gap of time had elapsed between the shooting and the 911 call, they assumed that he fled before the police even arrived. Based on a description provided by the remaining witness, police were able to identify and locate the suspect, J.L. Reports indicate that the surviving victim was shot in the hip and is expected to make a full recovery and that the shop's owner fled before J.L. started firing. If your child has committed juvenile crimes, you must take the charges seriously and should always work with a Phoenix criminal defense attorney who can fight your child's charges. To get help from an experience lawyer, contact the Knowles Law Firm now.

Suspect Starts Police Chase Instead of Yielding to Officers

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

News sources say that police in Glendale have been waiting over two weeks to take one man into custody. The suspect has been recuperating in a hospital after initiating a police chase that ended in a shootout. On January 18^th, the suspect, 29-year-old M.L.C., ran through a red light. It just so happened that a police officer was watching the intersection and saw the incident happen. She immediately tried to pull him over but he ignored her requests. Instead of stopping, he took off and started a high-speed chase. Several officers were on their way when he crashed into a civilian's car.

When the suspect got out of his car after the crash, he pulled his gun on a police officer. Since he showed his intention of firing, the officer shot first and injured him. M.L.C. was later charged with committing a violent crime, resisting arrest, felony flight, and seven counts of aggravated assault. Have you been arrested for a violent offense in Arizona? If so, contact the Knowles Law Firm today to discuss your options with an aggressive Phoenix criminal defense lawyer.

Family Charged with Running a Criminal Syndicate

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 04 Feb 2012 04:45:00 GMT

Three members of one family have been arrested on multiple charges of fraud. The father, C.G., and his twin sons, R.G. and D.G., have been accused of using their business in Arizona for fraudulent purposes. The three own and work at a car title company that processes vehicle titles and inspections for the state of Arizona. Last year, several inspectors with the Arizona Department of Transportation noticed that the paperwork filed by the company was incomplete. There were blatant omissions and mistakes that seemed to be happening more and more frequently.

An investigation was conducted that took several months. By the end of the investigation, officers had more than enough to charge the three men with several white collar crimes including forgery, fraud, and running a criminal syndicate. In total, there were 50 felony charges brought against the men for the white collar crimes they allegedly committed. While the men have been charged, they can still run their store, but my only perform limited transactions. White collar crimes, although non-violent, can lead to years of jail time if you're convicted. For this reason, you'll want to fight your charges with the assistance of a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer from our office. To enlist our help, contact the Knowles Law Firm today.

14-Year-Old Arrested for Sexual Assault and Robbery of Victim

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Police in Phoenix, Arizona recently arrested a juvenile that robbed and sexually assaulted a woman last week. Now the suspect, just 14 years old, is being held at a juvenile detention center on serious charges. According to the 42-year-old victim, she was walking home around 12:15 a.m. when the 14-year-old boy approached her. He flashed a knife and forced her into her car. It was there that he sexually assaulted her and stole her cell phone.

Based on her description of the young assailant police were able to track him down. When police located the suspect, he was at home where he lives with his mother. He was arrested on charges of committing violent crimes, sex crimes, and robbery. Have you recently been arrested for serious criminal offenses? If so, you should consider hiring a Phoenix criminal defense attorney to represent you both in and out of court. It is possible to have your charges reduced or even dropped. To learn more, contact the Knowles Law Firm now.

Two Suspects Located in Drug-Related Murder Case

Phoenix Personal Injury Lawyer — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:05:00 GMT

It took police several months to track down two men they believe to be responsible for a murder in Phoenix, Arizona. The men were hiding out in Colorado Springs when police finally located them. However, at this time, their identities are not being released to the public.

Thanks to the cooperation from the Colorado Springs Police Department, investigating officers on Phoenix were able to apprehend the two suspects. One of the men is a 20-year-old and the other is a juvenile. They are believed to have shot and killed a man, dumped his body in a vehicle, and rolled it onto the front yard of a house in Phoenix. According to the officers working on the case, the shooting is believed to be drug-related. The two suspects are awaiting extradition to Phoenix where they will be formally charged with murder. If someone you love has been charged with murder, contact the Knowles Law Firm immediately and speak with a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer so you remain aware of your loved one's legal rights and options.

Church Summer Camp Employee Arrested for Sex Crimes against Children

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This week, it was reported that a young man was arrested for sex crimes he committed against children. The 26-year-old man worked at a church summer camp in 2010 where he allegedly molested an 11-year-old boy and videotaped the abuse. When police first learned about the incident they scheduled an appointment to interview the suspect. However, he did not appear for that interview which prompted officers to dig further into the allegations.

The investigators eventually found more than enough evidence to arrest the 26-year-old. They located hundreds of images on his computer of young children, many of which captured him committing sex acts with them. He was charged with committing multiple sex crimes including unlawful surreptitious video recording and sexual exploitation of a minor. At this time, police have located four of the suspect's victims and are conducting further investigations to see if more victims will come forward. A sex crime conviction can lead to more than just time in jail, which is why people accused of these types of offenses should hire a Phoenix criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. If you've been accused of a sex crime, now is the right time to contact the Knowles Law Firm to get help from our team of attorneys.

Businessman Faces Criminal Charges for Writing Illegal Checks

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 04:20:00 GMT

Recently, it was reported that a businessman that was well-respected in his community was arrested for committing numerous white collar crimes. While committing these offenses, he was able to steal roughly $45,000. After conducting an investigation, police were able to obtain enough information to arrest the 43-year-old businessman. He was detained and charged with two counts of writing a check over the felony limit, two counts of writing bad checks over $500, and embezzlement.

The man used to own an auto store. It was at his place of business that he wrote the checks that prompted authorities' suspicion. In total, twelve checks were made out for $43,888. If the suspect is found guilty of the charges against him, he could face up to 40 years behind bars as well as a fine of $20,000. Even though white collar crimes are non-violent, you can land in jail if you are convicted. With this being the case, you should plan to fight your white collar offenses by enlisting the help of a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer from our practice. To arrange a time to meet with our legal team, contact the Knowles Law Firm immediately.

Homeless Man Arrested for Attempted Murder after Stabbing Girlfriend

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:00:00 GMT

In the state of Arizona, local authorities say that a homeless man was placed under arrest for stabbing his girlfriend who is also homeless. As a result of the stabbing, the man's girlfriend is in critical condition and doctors remain uncertain as to whether or not she will survive her injuries.

According to the police report, the 37-year-old man was detained when officers were able to obtain eyewitness testimony about the stabbing. There were several witnesses who told police that the suspect had been fighting with his 48-year-old girlfriend when he suddenly pulled out a knife and assaulted her. Instead of getting help, the suspect then ran away from the scene of the violent crime but was detained just a few blocks away. When police ran a background check on him, they learned that he was wanted on a misdemeanor warrant. Now, he is also facing charges for attempted murder.

If you have recently been detained on charges for a violent crime, do not take your situation lightly as you could be facing serious criminal penalties if you are convicted. Instead, contact the Knowles Law Firm today to arrange an initial case evaluation with a Phoenix criminal defense attorney from our office.

Three Detained for Violent Armed Robbery

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 14 Jan 2012 04:28:00 GMT

Three suspects are in custody for an armed robbery that took place at someone's home. Police say that the victim is lucky to be alive after the three were done with him.

According to the police report, two men and a woman pretended to be police officers to gain entry into the apartment. Once inside the victim was tied up and stabbed multiple times. While this was happening the other two were ransacking the apartment for items to steal. By the time that officers arrived on the scene the victim was seriously injured and the suspects had gotten away with $100,000 worth of electronics and other goods.

The three were charged with aggravated assault, armed robbery, kidnapping and burglary. The last suspect was captured just a few days ago.

Have you recently been arrested for theft crimes? If so, contact the Knowles Law Firm to discuss your charges with a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer who can advise you of your legal options as well as your rights.

Officer Bit in the Face during Arrest

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 01:15:00 GMT

Police officers have one of the toughest and sometimes strangest jobs. One officer in Phoenix, Arizona was hospitalized after a suspect bit him on the face.

According to the police report, the officer was called to a home for a possible domestic violence dispute. When he arrived on the scene, he spoke with the victim and several witnesses. A few moments later the suspect returned to the scene and started a fight with the police officer. Several more officers were called in for backup but not in time to stop the struggle that took place.

Although the officer is expected to make a full recovery from the face bite, he is none too happy about what happened. The suspect was detained not just for possible domestic violence but for assault on a police officer as well. This is not the first time that the suspect has been in trouble, however, as police responded to a similar call earlier this month for the same man.

If you are facing violent crime charges, take the time to have your case reviewed by a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer from our team. To set up your consultation, contact the Knowles Law Firm today.

Ponzi Scheme Leads to Theft of $1 Million

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 22:15:00 GMT

Ponzi schemes have been going on for decades but people still fall for them. Such is the case in Oregon where police have arrested a man for stealing almost $1 million from unwitting victims.

After conducting a lengthy investigation, police have arrested a 60-year-old man for running a fraudulent business. He lured nine people into giving almost $1 million towards his seemingly simple house-flipping scheme. The suspect told his victims, all of whom lived in southern Oregon, that he needed an upfront payment for his latest plan. He would purchase houses cheaply, renovate them quickly and then turn them for a profit. The investors would get back their deposit along with a 15% return.

The investors started to question his actions and alerted police. It took 11 months for police to gather enough evidence to obtain an arrest warrant. He was arrested on charges of multiple white collar crimes including securities fraud and racketeering.

Facing white collar crime charges in Arizona? Contact the Knowles Law Firm to learn how you can fight your charges by working with a Phoenix criminal defense attorney from our office.

Policeman Faces Domestic Violence Charges

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:15:00 GMT

A police officer in Phoenix, Arizona found himself behind bars last week on charges of domestic violence. Initial reports of the incident are alarming and worrisome for the local community. According to the police report, the Phoenix police officer was arrested after his wife accused him of domestic violence. She claims that he hit her in their own home and then discharged his firearm.

This came as a surprise to those who had worked with the 37-year-old suspect for the past five years. Some people close to him are blaming the fact that he just returned from a several-month trip to Afghanistan with the Marine Corps. At this time, the officer is on paid administrative leave until his case has been thoroughly investigated.

Have you recently been accused of domestic violence? If so, there is no time to waste in seeking legal counsel. Take the time to contact the Knowles Law Firm so you have a Phoenix criminal defense attorney on your side that is devoted to helping you contest your charges.

Police Chase Leads to Shooting

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Sat, 24 Dec 2011 05:20:00 GMT

When officers discovered that a wanted criminal was staying at a low-rate hotel in Phoenix, they knew that the arrest would not be a simple one. However, they did not think it would end in an officer shooting.

According to the police report, the 28-year-old suspect was approached by a police officer who identified himself as a law enforcement figure to the man. He asked the suspect to stop, but the man just started to walk away.

The suspect then took off on foot and was pursued by the police officer. When the suspect reached for something around his waist, the officer believed that it was a gun and shot the suspect. The shot did not hit the suspect, however, and the man kept running. He was eventually captured by another officer and detained on charges of violent crimes.

Have you been arrested for violent crimes in the state of Arizona? Now is the time to speak with a Phoenix criminal defense attorney about your case. To get legal help, contact the Knowles Law Firm now to set up your initial consultation.

Man Stole $110,000 Worth of Urns

Phoenix Criminal Defense Lawyer — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:00:00 GMT

A man in the state of Arizona faces theft crimes and the wrath of his community for stealing bronze urns from a cemetery. Police had been notified about the theft of several brass urns from a cemetery in El Mirage. While they did not have a suspect at first, their investigation led them to one man who is now believed to have stolen $110,000 worth of urns.

Officers with the metal-theft unit were able to identify and locate the suspect. He is currently behind bars on multiple charges including facilitation, forgery and suspicion of trafficking. Most of the 180 stolen urns were recovered and returned to the funeral home.

If you have recently been arrested for theft crimes, contact the Knowles Law Firm today. Once you contact our law office, you will have access to a Phoenix criminal defense lawyer who can review your case and explain your defense options to you.