Arizona Republic Law enforcement officials served a search warrant at the home of a Fountain Hills man and seized computers, hard drives and other storage devices as part of an investigation into voter data theft from the Maricopa County Recorder's Office website.The property was seized Nov. 5.The search warrant sought records relating to computer intrusion or conspiracy to commit computer intrusion from Oct. 21 through early November.According to the warrant, investigators were looking for records, information and communications related to the office's:The Maricopa County IT security staff...…Arizona Republic Law enforcement officials served a search warrant at the home of a Fountain Hills man and seized computers, hard drives and other storage devices as part of an investigation into voter data theft from the Maricopa County Recorder's Office website.The property was seized Nov. 5.The search warrant sought records relating to computer intrusion or conspiracy to commit computer intrusion from Oct. 21 through early November.According to the warrant, investigators were looking for records, information and communications related to the office's:The Maricopa County IT security staff...WW…

Arizona RepublicView CommentsPhoenix police officers will be banned from using a technique meant to cut the flow of blood to the brain, Chief Jeri Williams announced on Tuesday.In a statement, Williams said the Police Department will also stop training on the technique, known as the carotid control hold. The change in policy is effective immediately, she said.Williams' announcement comes after nearly two weeks of protests in Phoenix and around the world demanding justice for George Floyd, who was killed by a now-former Minneapolis police officer. The officer had his knee on...…Arizona RepublicView CommentsPhoenix police officers will be banned from using a technique meant to cut the flow of blood to the brain, Chief Jeri Williams announced on Tuesday.In a statement, Williams said the Police Department will also stop training on the technique, known as the carotid control hold. The change in policy is effective immediately, she said.Williams' announcement comes after nearly two weeks of protests in Phoenix and around the world demanding justice for George Floyd, who was killed by a now-former Minneapolis police officer. The officer had his knee on...WW…

Arizona RepublicView CommentsThree people have filed lawsuits against Phoenix police Chief Jeri Williams, alleging her officers used "excessive force" on protesters during some of the demonstrations against police brutality and racism.Stephen D. Benedetto and Heather Hamel, with the People's Law Firm, filed the lawsuits in the U.S. District Court of Arizona in Phoenix on behalf of their clients. They also sent notices of claims to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and the City Council."Defendants’ actions and use of force – including but not limited to their unnecessary deployment of...…Arizona RepublicView CommentsThree people have filed lawsuits against Phoenix police Chief Jeri Williams, alleging her officers used "excessive force" on protesters during some of the demonstrations against police brutality and racism.Stephen D. Benedetto and Heather Hamel, with the People's Law Firm, filed the lawsuits in the U.S. District Court of Arizona in Phoenix on behalf of their clients. They also sent notices of claims to Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego and the City Council."Defendants’ actions and use of force – including but not limited to their unnecessary deployment of...WW…

Arizona RepublicView CommentsAustin Grijalva graduated from Grand Canyon University, coaches youth baseball, and his character references describe him as a hard worker. All these characteristics make him a good candidate to be a police officer.But one mistake in the summer of 2016 could have derailed his goal of becoming an Oro Valley Police Department officer: He ate a marijuana-infused brownie.Under Arizona law, the use of a narcotic can prevent a person from being able to apply as an officer for seven years."The academy staff, including his class officer, have spoken...…Arizona RepublicView CommentsAustin Grijalva graduated from Grand Canyon University, coaches youth baseball, and his character references describe him as a hard worker. All these characteristics make him a good candidate to be a police officer.But one mistake in the summer of 2016 could have derailed his goal of becoming an Oro Valley Police Department officer: He ate a marijuana-infused brownie.Under Arizona law, the use of a narcotic can prevent a person from being able to apply as an officer for seven years."The academy staff, including his class officer, have spoken...WW…

Share This Story!Let friends in your social network know what you are reading aboutResidents of the Garfield neighborhood say police pushed protesters onto their streets, and then began arresting residents.A link has been sent to your friend's email address.A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the ConversationTo find out more about Facebook commenting please read theWelcome to our new and improved comments.This is a test to see whether we can improve the experience for you.You do not need a Facebook profile to participate.You will need to register before adding a comment.Typed...…Share This Story!Let friends in your social network know what you are reading aboutResidents of the Garfield neighborhood say police pushed protesters onto their streets, and then began arresting residents.A link has been sent to your friend's email address.A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. Join the ConversationTo find out more about Facebook commenting please read theWelcome to our new and improved comments.This is a test to see whether we can improve the experience for you.You do not need a Facebook profile to participate.You will need to register before adding a comment.Typed...WW…