Gilbert Goons Court Appearances Proceed Following Previous Announcement

Phoenix, Arizona – Two teenagers linked to the Gilbert Goons group violence cases were scheduled to appear in court on Thursday. Eighteen-year-old Christopher Fantastic faces charges of assault and robbery for an incident outside of an In-N-Out in Gilbert in August 2023. He allegedly punched another teenager while the victim was on the ground. Aris Arredondo, also 18, was indicted on similar charges for the same assault in January, according to Maricopa County Attorney Rachel …

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Violence: Arrest Made in Connection to Teen Assault at Gilbert In-N-Out

Gilbert, Arizona – Gilbert Police recently made an announcement regarding the arrest of 20-year-old Jacob Pennington in connection to an assault that occurred in September of 2023. This incident took place at the Gilbert In-N-Out, which has unfortunately been the site of several cases of teen violence. Pennington was taken into custody for aggravated robbery, with court documents indicating that he allegedly took one of the victim’s shoes during the assault. The judge overseeing the …

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Investigators Offer $2,000 Reward for Information in Murder of 19-Year-Old Killed by Intruder in Gilbert

GILBERT, Ariz. – A $2,000 reward is being offered by the Gilbert police for any new information that might assist in the arrest of the individual responsible for the murder of a young woman. On June 4, 2022, 19-year-old Rachel Hansen called 911 to report that an intruder had entered her apartment near San Tan Village Parkway and Ray Road and shot her. She was later taken to the hospital but tragically succumbed to her …

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Teen Violence Rampant in East Valley: Two Arrested in Gilbert In-N-Out Robbery Case

Gilbert, Arizona – Two teenagers have recently been arrested by the Gilbert Police Department in connection with a violent robbery and assault that took place at a Gilbert In-N-Out parking lot in August 2023. Deleon Haynes, 19, and a 17-year-old juvenile, who was not named, are facing charges of aggravated assault and robbery. This is part of a series of recent arrests made by the police in response to teen violence cases in the East …

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Gilbert Police Release New Documents in Case of Teen Violence at In-N-Out

GILBERT, Ariz. – Gilbert Police have released new documents shedding light on a recent case of teen violence in the East Valley, involving an attack at an In-N-Out. This incident is one of several teen-on-teen attacks under investigation in Gilbert, Chandler, and Queen Creek. According to the police reports, a teenager in his late teens was walking with a friend when they encountered another group of teenagers in a parking lot near In-N-Out. One of …

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Suspect Pleads Not Guilty in Gilbert Parking Lot Assault, Faces Connection to Preston Lord’s Death

PHOENIX, AZ – Today in Maricopa County Superior Court, one suspect entered a plea of not guilty in a parking lot assault case, while the arraignment for a second suspect was postponed. Christopher Fantastic and Aris Arredondo, both 18, are accused of participating in a violent attack on a minor outside the In-N-Out Burger in Gilbert. They were arrested on Jan. 10 and indicted on felony charges of aggravated robbery and aggravated assault eight days …

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Teen Victim of Brutal Attack at Gilbert Restaurant Takes Brass Knuckles Ban Proposal to Arizona Capitol

GILBERT, Ariz. – In response to a violent incident at a local In-N-Out restaurant, a teenager is taking action by advocating for change within the community. Connor Jarnagan, who was attacked in December 2022, has been working to make sure his story leads to positive changes in his hometown. Jarnagan recounted the moment when a group of about 10 to 12 kids demanded money from him and his friends at the restaurant. The situation quickly …

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Teen’s Parents Speak Out: He’s Not Part of Gilbert Goons Gang

Gilbert, Arizona – Family members of an 18-year-old are refuting accusations that he is part of a group known as the Gilbert Goons. Christopher Fantastic has been implicated in two attacks on teens in the East Valley, but his stepdad, Andre Fantastic, insists that he is not a member of the group. “He’s not a Gilbert Goon,” Andre Fantastic said. “He’s had run-ins with those kids before, but he’s not part of that group.” During …

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Teen Accused of Aggravated Robbery and Assault Indicted in Gilbert, Arizona

GILBERT, Ariz. – A teenager indicted for aggravated robbery and assault is facing charges for an incident that took place outside an In-N-Out restaurant. The accused, Christopher Fantastic, allegedly punched another teen while the victim was on the ground on August 18, 2023, according to the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. The victim’s father revealed that his son had to be taken to the emergency room after the attack and was later sent overseas to live …

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Gilbert Police Chief Discusses Teen Violence Concerns in East Valley

GILBERT, AZ – Concerns about a recent surge in attacks involving teens across the East Valley have prompted Gilbert Police Chief Michael Soelberg to address the situation. At a news conference on Thursday, Chief Soelberg emphasized the department’s awareness of reports of teen violence and assured the public that they are actively investigating open cases. The briefing comes as the Gilbert Town Council held its first subcommittee hearing to address the growing issue of teen …

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