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Christopher Pelkey

Case from Chandler, AZ dated Nov 13, 2021

Victim Details

Christopher Pelkey

Male

White / Caucasian

Chandler

AZ

2021-11-13

37

Christopher

Pelkey

litigation

07/04/2026

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On a Saturday afternoon in November 2021, a dispute on the road in Chandler, Arizona, escalated into a fatal encounter for Christopher Pelkey, a 37-year-old male and a veteran of the U.S. Army. The incident unfolded at the intersection of Gilbert and Germann roads, where an apparent road rage altercation reached its tragic conclusion. Pelkey, who was driving a white pickup truck, had stopped at a red light. Following a confrontation with the driver behind him, he exited his vehicle.

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  • KNXV: Suspect 'feared for his life' during deadly road confrontation in Chandler, police say
  • The Arizona Republic: Chandler police identify man shot and killed in road rage confrontation
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    It's so devastating to read about what happened to Christopher Pelkey. His dedication to his country... ...Read More
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    I can't stop thinking about the family who got caught up in this whole incident. I mean, can you ima... ...Read More
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