Alicen Apkaw

Death by Force

In the early morning hours of June 1, 2024, a burst of gunfire shattered the peace in the Lower Santan Village of the Gila River Indian Community in Arizona, tragically ending the life of 23-year-old Native American woman, Alicen Apkaw. Gila River police officers had been responding to a disturbance at a home where a large crowd had gathered. It was amidst this chaotic scene that multiple gunshots were fired. While not directly involved in the initial disturbance, Alicen was struck by the gunfir ...Read More

https://www.azfamily.com: Tribe governor identifies woman killed in deadly Gila River police officer shooting

The Arizona Republic: Gila River leaders issue ban on dances after officer killed in shooting at house party

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