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Laron Thomas

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the spring of 2021, a domestic dispute in Phoenix, Arizona, escalated to a fatal conclusion, leaving a Black / African American man named Laron Thomas dead. On April 14, 2021, at a residence near 7th Street and Bell Road, Thomas was shot and killed. The incident, initially shrouded in a claim of self-defense, would later lead to a murder charge against his then-girlfriend.

Authorities arrested 34-year-old Anaisha Johnson in connection with the shooting. At the time of the incident, Joh ...Read More
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  • The Arizona Republic: Phoenix woman arrested Monday, suspected of fatally shooting boyfriend, police say
  • AZFamily: PD: Woman arrested after changing her story in Phoenix murder investigation
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    Victim Details

    Laron Thomas

    Male

    Black / African American

    Phoenix

    AZ

    2021-04-14

    Laron

    Thomas

    Yes

    11/28/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    Laron Thomas's case just breaks my heart. It's truly upsetting to see another young life lost to sen... ...Read More
    08/19/2024
    Hey everyone, I've been reflecting on the impact of gun violence, particularly in Phoenix. The recen... ...Read More
    06/09/2024
    I was reading about Laron Thomas's tragic death and it's been on my mind. It’s devastating how a m... ...Read More
    06/02/2024
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