In the early morning hours of August 12, 2023, the life of 56-year-old Juliana 'Julie' Beloit, a Caucasian female, was tragically cut short in Goodyear, Arizona. She was a long-time administrative assistant for the city of Peoria, where she was a cherished colleague and friend to many. A devoted mother of four, Julie was known for her vibrant spirit and the deep love she held for her family.
The incident unfolded shortly after 2 a.m.
near the intersection of Sarival Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road. When Goodyear police officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Julie Beloit with fatal gunshot wounds. Her 58-year-old boyfriend, Alex Garcia, was also found at the location with a critical gunshot wound.
Emergency services transported Garcia to a nearby hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries. Investigators identified Garcia as the suspect in Beloit's death. While the investigation was pending an official autopsy, authorities were looking into the possibility that Garcia's wound was self-inflicted. With the primary suspect deceased, the case regarding Juliana Beloit's murder is considered closed.
