On Tuesday, December 8, 2020, the Prescott Valley Police Department arrested a man in connection with the December 3, early morning shooting into the home of a Yavapai County Sheriff’s deputy.
The Prescott Valley Police Department investigators said they won’t release the man’s name or his photo. He faces a list of charges, including: Attempted Second Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon, Aggravated Assault Upon A Peace Officer, Discharge of a Firearm at A Residential Structure, Endangerment – Substantial Risk of Imminent Death, Misconduct Involving Weapons, Unlawful Discharge of a Firearm Within Town Limits, Possession of Stolen Firearm, Tampering with Physical Evidence, Disorderly Conduct Discharging a Deadly Weapon, Criminal Damage, and Probation Violation.
The Prescott Valley Police Department says that even though an arrest has been made, the investigation is still ongoing. If you have any information about this incident, you are asked to contact Prescott Valley Detective Field at 928-772-5108. You may still contact Yavapai Silent Witness at 1-800-932-3232 or www.yavapaisw.com.
“I would like to give special thanks to Prescott Valley Police Chief Steven Roser and his staff for making this case a priority leading to the arrest of a suspect,” said Yavapai County Sheriff (YCSO) Scott Mascher. “Also, I would like to thank YCSO detectives who assisted the Prescott Valley Police, along with the invaluable assistance of the Department of Public Safety, the Prescott Police Department, and US Marshall’s Service.
“No family should ever have to go through such an ordeal. I was confident knowing law enforcement would arrest a suspect and bring justice to the deputy and his family. And finally, thanks to the community for their unwavering support,” continued Mascher. “We are truly grateful.”