Mar 22 2025 2 mins
The Chandler Police Department reported several notable incidents over the past week. On March 20, officers responded to a domestic violence call near Chandler Boulevard and Hamilton Street. The situation escalated, resulting in an officer-involved shooting. An armed suspect wielding a knife was shot and killed by police. The incident is under joint investigation by Chandler and Mesa Police Departments.
In a separate case, detectives are investigating an apparent murder-suicide discovered on February 14 at a residence near Dobson and Germann Roads. Two deceased individuals, identified as siblings, were found during a welfare check. The case remains under investigation.
A fiery crash occurred on March 19 near McQueen and Knox Roads, resulting in one fatality. The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin. The cause of the crash is still being determined.
On February 18, a multi-vehicle collision on US 60 in Mesa led to a dramatic rescue. A woman was pulled from her burning pickup truck by two good Samaritans - a Chandler police officer and an off-duty Peoria firefighter. The victim was hospitalized with injuries but is expected to recover. The officer and firefighter were later honored for their heroic actions.
A residential fire broke out on February 19 near Elliot and Alma School Roads. Two occupants were hospitalized for smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Chandler Fire Department.
In a concerning trend, motor vehicle thefts have seen a significant increase in Chandler and surrounding areas since mid-2020. However, preliminary data for early 2024 shows a potential reversal of this trend, with reported thefts down 18% compared to the same period last year.
Chandler PD also notes a continued decrease in violent crimes, with homicides, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults all showing double-digit percentage drops in year-to-date comparisons between 2023 and 2024.
The department urges residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. For emergencies, always call 911. For non-emergency tips or information related to ongoing investigations, contact the Chandler Police Department at 480-782-4130 or submit anonymous tips through the department's website at chandleraz.gov/police.
In a separate case, detectives are investigating an apparent murder-suicide discovered on February 14 at a residence near Dobson and Germann Roads. Two deceased individuals, identified as siblings, were found during a welfare check. The case remains under investigation.
A fiery crash occurred on March 19 near McQueen and Knox Roads, resulting in one fatality. The victim's identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin. The cause of the crash is still being determined.
On February 18, a multi-vehicle collision on US 60 in Mesa led to a dramatic rescue. A woman was pulled from her burning pickup truck by two good Samaritans - a Chandler police officer and an off-duty Peoria firefighter. The victim was hospitalized with injuries but is expected to recover. The officer and firefighter were later honored for their heroic actions.
A residential fire broke out on February 19 near Elliot and Alma School Roads. Two occupants were hospitalized for smoke inhalation. The cause of the fire is under investigation by the Chandler Fire Department.
In a concerning trend, motor vehicle thefts have seen a significant increase in Chandler and surrounding areas since mid-2020. However, preliminary data for early 2024 shows a potential reversal of this trend, with reported thefts down 18% compared to the same period last year.
Chandler PD also notes a continued decrease in violent crimes, with homicides, rapes, robberies, and aggravated assaults all showing double-digit percentage drops in year-to-date comparisons between 2023 and 2024.
The department urges residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. For emergencies, always call 911. For non-emergency tips or information related to ongoing investigations, contact the Chandler Police Department at 480-782-4130 or submit anonymous tips through the department's website at chandleraz.gov/police.