The Mesa Police Department is seeking help from the public to identify a homicide victim and any potential suspect or suspects.
The victim was found deceased at approximately 5:45 am on March 27, 2014. He was found lying on the sidewalk next to a bicycle in the 200 block of South Barkley in Mesa with obvious signs of trauma. At this time, detectives have not been able to positively identify the victim. For investigative purpose, he can only be described as a Hispanic male.
Detectives are also working to identify any suspect or suspects in the case. Any information, large or small, could be valuable in identifying the victim or suspect/s. If anyone was in the area of the crime on March 27, 2014 in the early morning hours and saw any suspicious activity or persons, they are encouraged to call the Mesa Police Department at 480-644-2211, select option 2, or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
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Wednesday, April 23, 2014
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Media Release - Death Investigation on East Ingram
On Monday, April 21, 2014 at 3:40 pm, Mesa Police officers responded to a residence in the 8300 block of East Ingram reference a 911 call. The adult male subject indicated he had just returned home from work to find his wife and daughter deceased in the residence. Mesa Fire and Medical responded and pronounced both females deceased at the scene. These individuals have been identified as:
Marcia Wentzel, 45 years old
Caitlin Wentzel, 12 years old
At this point in the investigation we have learned all three subjects lived at this residence. The mother and daughter had been suffering from debilitating, long term medical conditions and two suicide notes were located inside the residence. Only the Office of the Medical Examiner will be able to confirm the cause/manner of death, but the scene suggests possible asphyxiation and/or prescription drug overdose as contributing factors. The circumstances at this time suggest this is a murder/suicide situation. We have no one in custody and no information indicating anyone else is involved. This is an ongoing investigation and any new details will be released as appropriate. At this time the family has asked that their privacy be respected and do not wish to speak to the media.
Marcia Wentzel, 45 years old
Caitlin Wentzel, 12 years old
At this point in the investigation we have learned all three subjects lived at this residence. The mother and daughter had been suffering from debilitating, long term medical conditions and two suicide notes were located inside the residence. Only the Office of the Medical Examiner will be able to confirm the cause/manner of death, but the scene suggests possible asphyxiation and/or prescription drug overdose as contributing factors. The circumstances at this time suggest this is a murder/suicide situation. We have no one in custody and no information indicating anyone else is involved. This is an ongoing investigation and any new details will be released as appropriate. At this time the family has asked that their privacy be respected and do not wish to speak to the media.
Tuesday, August 28, 2012
MEDIA RELEASE
"Back to School" Traffic Safety Efforts a Success
The Mesa Police Department Traffic Section credits saturated patrols and partnerships with School Resource Officers and school personnel for a safe and successful start to the 2012-13 school year. Mesa and Gilbert Public Schools resumed classes August 8th. Gilbert Public Schools has several campuses in the Mesa city limits. Several charter schools began classes as well. No serious traffic related incidents were reported.
The Mesa Police Traffic Section's efforts began before the start of school. Several hundred crossing guards received education and training instructed by Mesa Police motorcycle officers. The training was hosted by Mesa Public Schools and was attended by crossing guards from several school districts. Mesa police have a long standing working relationship with Mesa Public Schools and Gilbert Public Schools. Mesa Police School Resource Officers worked with MPD traffic personnel to provide information on historically problematic areas. Traffic personnel were deployed based on information from the Mesa School Resource Officers and historical analysis.
Mesa Police traffic officers conducted saturated patrols in school zones and surrounding neighborhoods. Officers used both enforcement and education as means to assist with providing a safe commuting environment for students, parents, and school personnel. In addition to writing citations to violators, traffic officers worked with school personnel to improve traffic flow. Record high temperatures and increased enrollment at several schools created numerous safety issues related to vehicles dropping off and picking up students.
Citations were issued for speeding, passing in school zones, failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, and parking. Illegal parking in crosswalk areas creates a safety issue due to reduced visibility of students and crossing guards. Despite numerous signs, parents parked in prohibited areas to pick up students. One driver was cited for failing to stop for pedestrians after she was observed by a motor officer driving through an occupied crosswalk while looking at her mobile phone. The woman told the officer she never saw the crossing guard or the numerous school children crossing the road when she drove through the crosswalk. The officer was on a fully marked police motorcycle on the same corner when the woman went through the crosswalk. Distracted driving contributes to numerous fatal and serious injury accidents nationally.
Funding for the saturation patrols was provided by the Governor's Officer of Highway Safety. Funding was used to provide additional hours of patrol by traffic section officers.
The Mesa Police Department Traffic Section credits saturated patrols and partnerships with School Resource Officers and school personnel for a safe and successful start to the 2012-13 school year. Mesa and Gilbert Public Schools resumed classes August 8th. Gilbert Public Schools has several campuses in the Mesa city limits. Several charter schools began classes as well. No serious traffic related incidents were reported.
The Mesa Police Traffic Section's efforts began before the start of school. Several hundred crossing guards received education and training instructed by Mesa Police motorcycle officers. The training was hosted by Mesa Public Schools and was attended by crossing guards from several school districts. Mesa police have a long standing working relationship with Mesa Public Schools and Gilbert Public Schools. Mesa Police School Resource Officers worked with MPD traffic personnel to provide information on historically problematic areas. Traffic personnel were deployed based on information from the Mesa School Resource Officers and historical analysis.
Mesa Police traffic officers conducted saturated patrols in school zones and surrounding neighborhoods. Officers used both enforcement and education as means to assist with providing a safe commuting environment for students, parents, and school personnel. In addition to writing citations to violators, traffic officers worked with school personnel to improve traffic flow. Record high temperatures and increased enrollment at several schools created numerous safety issues related to vehicles dropping off and picking up students.
Citations were issued for speeding, passing in school zones, failing to stop for pedestrians in crosswalks, and parking. Illegal parking in crosswalk areas creates a safety issue due to reduced visibility of students and crossing guards. Despite numerous signs, parents parked in prohibited areas to pick up students. One driver was cited for failing to stop for pedestrians after she was observed by a motor officer driving through an occupied crosswalk while looking at her mobile phone. The woman told the officer she never saw the crossing guard or the numerous school children crossing the road when she drove through the crosswalk. The officer was on a fully marked police motorcycle on the same corner when the woman went through the crosswalk. Distracted driving contributes to numerous fatal and serious injury accidents nationally.
Funding for the saturation patrols was provided by the Governor's Officer of Highway Safety. Funding was used to provide additional hours of patrol by traffic section officers.
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