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Patrick Pierson

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the early morning hours of May 24, 2022, a fatal encounter unfolded in a Phoenix neighborhood that left a 27-year-old man, Patrick Pierson, dead. The incident occurred around 4:50 a.m. near 20th Street and Palm Lane. Authorities were initially called to the scene for a report of a theft from a vehicle.

Upon their arrival, Phoenix Police officers discovered a crashed vehicle with Pierson inside. He was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency medical services from the Phoenix ...Read More
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  • FOX 10 Phoenix: Fight between men leads to deadly shooting in Phoenix, police say
  • KNXV: Theft leads to deadly shooting and crash near 21st Street and Palm Lane, Phoenix police say
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    Victim Details

    Patrick Pierson

    Male

    Phoenix

    AZ

    2022-05-24

    27

    Patrick

    Pierson

    Yes

    11/28/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
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    09/24/2024
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