In a tragic turn of events stemming from a reported love triangle, 35-year-old Keshawn Stewart, a male, was fatally shot in Phoenix, Arizona. The incident unfolded on the evening of December 23, 2024, near 17th and Maryland avenues, after a heated argument escalated to violence. Stewart, accompanied by his pregnant girlfriend, was attempting to leave the area when the shooting occurred.
The suspect, identified as 33-year-old Khalid Williams, is alleged to have opened fire on the vehicle
Stewart and his girlfriend were in. Stewart was struck by at least one gunshot and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. His girlfriend recounted the terrifying moments, stating that the bullets hit her boyfriend, causing their vehicle to crash. She expressed her sorrow that their son will never have the chance to know his father.
Following the shooting, an investigation was launched by the Phoenix Police Department. Through their efforts, Khalid Williams was identified as the primary suspect. He was arrested on December 26, 2024, and subsequently booked on multiple charges, including first-degree murder and being a prohibited possessor of a firearm. Authorities have indicated that there are no other outstanding suspects in this case.
During his initial court appearance, it was revealed that Williams has a criminal history with six prior felonies, which legally prohibits him from owning a weapon. When confronted with video evidence of the incident, Williams reportedly did not deny his role as the shooter. He expressed remorse, stating that Stewart 'didn't deserve that' and that he had learned of his death through an online search. Williams' bond was set at $1,000,000. He claimed that he had warned Stewart and his girlfriend not to come to his home.
