Gilbert Police Department June 18 Investigation - Stabbing Call

Mayor Brigette Peterson | City of Gilbert Official website

By SE Valley Times Report

Jun 18, 2023

The Gilbert Police Department arrested 36-year-old Dennis Fernando Pacheco on Tuesday, June 20th, for charges related to his alleged involvement in the stabbing of 22-year-old Isaiah Panez that occurred during the early morning hours of Sunday, June 18th, 2023.

Gilbert Police Officers had responded to the parking lot on the southwest corner of N Ash Street and W Vaughn Avenue, where Panez was found with multiple stab wounds after an alleged altercation with Pacheco. Panez was transported to the hospital, where he later died of his injuries.

Gilbert PD's Criminal Investigation Division's tireless efforts led to the arrest of Pacheco in Tempe, after a thorough analysis of collected evidence. Pacheco was booked into the custody of the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office for one (1) count of A.R.S. § 13-1104(A)(2) Second Degree Murder.

We would like to remind the public that charged offenses are merely allegations. All defendants are presumed innocent until pleading guilty or being found guilty.

Original Release:

On June 18 at approximately 1:16 AM, Gilbert PD responded to a stabbing call in the parking lot on the southwest corner of N Ash Street and W Vaughn Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found a 22-year-old male with multiple stab wounds and began life-saving measures. The male was stabbed after an altercation with an unidentified male.

The male was transported to the hospital where he later died of his injuries. The name of the victim is not being released at the moment.

Witnesses are asked to contact Gilbert Police Department at 480-503-6500 with any information.

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