'Gilbert Goons': Are they a classified criminal street gang?
Following acts of teen violence in the community, parents have voiced their concerns about the so-called “Gilbert Goons." While law enforcement has yet to publicly name anyone as a member, the Gilbert Police Department is considering whether the group can be classified as a criminal street gang.
Several arrested in connection to teen's East Valley assault
Arrests have been made in connection with an assault and robbery incident in Gilbert last year. "This investigation is ongoing. This investigation is independent and separate from Queen Creek's investigation into the death of Preston Lord," Gilbert Police said.
2 juveniles, 2 adults arrested in connection to Gilbert teen violence
Christopher Fantastic's arrest came on the same night members of the Gilbert Town Council voted to establish a teen violence subcommittee. On the same night, Gilbert Police Chief Michael Soelberg announced that there are nine active investigations related to teen violence, including five incidents that were previously not reported to police.
PCSO: Self-proclaimed 'Gilbert Goon' arrested
A 20-year-old man, who reportedly said he's part of the “Gilbert Goons" group, has been arrested in connection with an incident on Nov. 18, 2023 that left a teen injured.
PCSO: Self-proclaimed 'Gilbert Goon' arrested following teen's assault in San Tan Valley
A 20-year-old man, who reportedly said he's part of the “Gilbert Goons" group, has been arrested in connection with an incident on Nov. 18, 2023 that left a teen injured.
4 people arrested in connection to Gilbert teen violence
Authorities in Gilbert say they've made 4 arrests in connection with a violent incident that happened at a parking lot in the East Valley town in August 2023. Two of the suspects are juveniles and 2 are adults.
Gilbert Goons: Town Council approves teen violence subcommittee
Members of the Gilbert Town Council approved 6-0 to establish a subcommittee to look into the increase in teen violence, as the East Valley town continues to turn its focus onto the so-called "Gilbert Goons" group.
Gilbert Town Council approves teen violence subcommittee
Members of the Gilbert Town Council approved 6-0 to establish a subcommittee to look into the increase in teen violence, as the East Valley town continues to turn its focus onto the so-called "Gilbert Goons" group.
Gilbert PD: There are 8 open investigations into teen violence
There are now eight active investigations involving teen violence in Gilbert. Four reopened investigations and four previously unreported to the department that have come in through online tips. FOX 10's Marissa Sarbak has more.
Nightly Roundup: Shooting at car dealership; latest on Gilbert Goons
From the latest in the Gilbert Goons case to a police shooting in the West Valley, here's a look at some of our top stories.
Gilbert Goons: Town leaders to propose subcommittee on teen violence
The proposal is being advanced by three members of the Gilbert Town Council, as concerns mount over the issue of teen violence in the East Valley community.
Gilbert Goons: Police chief updates the public on recent teen violence incidents
The East Valley town has been rocked in recent months by a number of violent incidents involving teenagers.
Peacock Wine and Book Bar to reopen following driver plowing into business
A small locally owned business needs your help this new year after a car crashed into it just days before one of its busiest nights. The owner of Peacock Wine and Book Bar, Tracy Wallace, was there when it all happened.
Peacock Wine and Book Bar to reopen following crash
A small locally owned business needs your help this new year after a car crashed into it just days before one of its busiest nights. The owner of Peacock Wine and Book Bar, Tracy Wallace, was there when it all happened.
Arizona attorney breaks down questions about the legalities in the Preston Lord case
A Gilbert family attorney, Billie Tarascio, has been turning to social media to help break down some questions looming in the community regarding the death of Preston Lord and the 7 people charges were recommended against.
Car crashes into Peacock Wine and Book Bar
A car plowed into a restaurant in Gilbert on Saturday. This happened at the Peacock Wine and Book Bar near Baseline and Gilbert roads.
Preston Lord: Arizona attorney breaks down legal questions
A Gilbert family attorney, Billie Tarascio, has been turning to social media to help break down some questions looming in the community regarding the death of Preston Lord and the 7 people charges were recommended against.
Father of teen beaten outside Gilbert In-N-Out speaks after police reopen 4 criminal investigations
The Gilbert Police Department announced they're reopening four criminal cases of teen violence. At least one case involves a 16-year-old who was beaten outside of a restaurant. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas reports.
Memorial walk held for Preston Lord
Community members say they want justice and the violence to stop. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas reports.
Gilbert PD has web page dedicated to teen violence
The Gilbert Police Department now has a web page dedicated to investigating teen violence. Most recently, the department posted a photo showing a fight on Aug. 18 near Williams Field Road and Market Street. Gilbert Police did not officially link this to the so-called "Gilbert Goons" group.