The Apache County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the murders of Robert Sorensen, age 81, and Martha Sorensen, age 75, of Sanders, Arizona.
On Saturday, July 1, 2017 at about 7:54 p.m., Apache County Sheriff’s Office personnel responded to the Sorensen’s home after receiving a request for a welfare check. Family members were concerned after several phone calls went unanswered to the elderly couple.
Deputies made force entry into the home after making observations and discovering a bedroom window appearing to be damaged by gunfire. Deputies discovered the Sorensens deceased inside the home from apparent gunshot wounds.
Based on investigative leads and witness accounts, Garry B. Wilckens, age 51, has been identified as a person of interest in the investigation of Mr. and Mrs. Sorensen’s deaths. Wilckens, who is the boyfriend of the couple’s daughter, has reportedly fled the area. His last known whereabouts were Queen Creek, Arizona on July 2nd, 2017.
Wilckens may be attempting to flee the United States into Mexico.
The Apache County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s assistance in locating Wilckens. If he is located, contact local law enforcement or the Apache County Sheriff’s Office. The Apache County Sheriff’s Office has reason to believe that there exists a likelihood of substantial harm to individuals or the public. Due to that potential danger, the Apache County Sheriff’s Office urges that no one approach Wilckens as he may be armed and/or dangerous.
NAME: Garry B. Wilckens
AGE: 51
CLOTHING: Blue and White Plaid Shirt
Blue Denim Jeans
VEHICLE: UNKNOWN
RESIDENCE: 51 County Road N7016 SANDERS, AZ
The Apache County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about this case or the location of Wilckens to call local law enforcement or the Apache County Sheriff’s Office at (800) 352-1850 or (928) 337-4321.