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Health Alert: Deadly Recalled Ready-to-Eat Products Linked to Fatalities Discovered in Mesa County

Mesa County, Colorado, is grappling with the fallout from a serious health alert linked to recalled ready-to-eat products associated with multiple fatalities. Health officials are urging consumers to check their pantries for specific items that may pose a risk to their health, amplifying the urgency of the situation. The recalled items were part of a larger distribution tied to several cases of foodborne illness, prompting the recall announcement after authorities identified connections to tragic deaths. …

Mesa Woman to Face Misdemeanor Theft Amid Outrage Over Unprosecuted Animal Cruelty Claims

MESA, Ariz. — Brook Scalero, accused of admitting to the fatal torture of three dogs, will not face charges for animal cruelty, much to the dismay of the local community and victims involved. Instead, Scalero will only be prosecuted for misdemeanor animal theft, a decision that has sparked widespread frustration and calls for justice. The controversy began after authorities stumbled upon Scalero’s journal last fall, which purportedly detailed the killing of multiple dogs and specified …

Fiery crash on US 60 prompts heroic rescue

MESA, AZ – A dramatic collision unfolded on US 60 near Val Vista Drive during the morning rush hour on Feb. 18, when a cement truck collided with a pickup truck, leading to a fiery aftermath. Dash cam footage shared by driver Sharmaine Fernando captured the harrowing moment just before the cement truck plowed into the pickup, which immediately erupted into flames. The incident drew swift action from nearby responders. A Chandler police officer, along …

Tragic Domestic Violence Shooting in Mesa Leaves Two Dead, including Suspect

Mesa, Arizona—A tragic incident unfolded at a local apartment complex Tuesday evening, resulting in the deaths of two individuals, including the suspected shooter. Mesa police were dispatched shortly before 7:30 p.m. to the Colores del Sol apartments following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, law enforcement discovered a man in his thirties with gunshot wounds. He was quickly transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. His identity has not yet been disclosed by …

Valley Women Demand Justice in Mesa Dog Deaths, Urge Prosecutor to Reassess ‘Creative Writing’ Defense in Cruelty Case

MESA, Ariz. — In front of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, a vocal group of seven women gathered, urging prosecutor Rachel Mitchell to pursue animal cruelty charges in a disturbing Mesa-based case. This plea comes despite earlier claims from the prosecutors of lacking sufficient evidence. Local law enforcement had uncovered a chilling journal documenting the abuse and killing of several dogs. The author of this journal, Brook Scalero, 42, was arrested on November 18 after …

Mesa Teen Indicted on Multiple Charges Including First-Degree Murder in December Trailer Park Homicide

Mesa, AZ – A 16-year-old has been formally charged as an adult with first-degree murder following the fatal shooting of a man in a Mesa trailer park last December. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office reported the indictment of Edgar Cano Quintero, who faces multiple felony charges connected to the incident near McKellips Road and the Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway on December 18, 2024. The catastrophic event unfolded when Quintero allegedly shot the victim while …

Mesa Police Uncover Journal Detailing Shocking Animal Cruelty, Woman Arrested for Fatal Torture of Multiple Dogs

MESA, Ariz. — Mesa police recently apprehended a 42-year-old woman, Brook Scalero, following the discovery of a journal in which she allegedly documented the torture and killing of multiple dogs. The arrest, made on Nov. 18, marks a gruesome case of animal cruelty that has sent shockwaves through the local animal welfare community. The investigation began when Scalero’s roommate discovered the journal after Scalero had moved out. Tragically, the roommate’s own dog, Gus, died under …

Mesa Woman Arrested for Horrific Animal Cruelty Detailed in Her Own Journal

MESA, Ariz. – A local woman is facing serious charges after allegedly engaging in brutal acts of animal cruelty, including the deaths of multiple dogs. The case came to light after disturbing entries from a journal detailing the abuse were discovered by Mesa police. Brook Scalero, 42, was arrested and charged with animal cruelty last week. The investigation began when a former roommate, upset over the unexplained death of her dog Gus while under Scalero’s …

Tragic Discovery in Costa Mesa: Woman Found Deceased in Trash Can, Friend Arrested on Murder Charges

Costa Mesa, CA — A shocking discovery in a typically tranquil California neighborhood has led to a murder investigation after a 38-year-old woman was found deceased in a trash can. The grim find occurred in the backyard of a residence on Maple Avenue around 2:27 p.m. Tuesday, prompting an immediate police response. The victim, whose identity is being withheld until her family can be notified, sparked a flurry of police activity in an area described …

Mesa Bus Stop Tragedy: Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting Incident, Victim Identified

MESA, Ariz. — A 44-year-old man was arrested in connection with a fatal shooting at a Mesa bus stop early Tuesday, local authorities said. The incident shook the community as investigations continue. Police identified Andrew Rada as the suspect allegedly responsible for the death of 52-year-old Michelle Flippin. Officers responded after receiving multiple calls about an active shooter around 7:30 a.m. near the Arco gas station situated at the intersection of McKellips Road and Center …