Authorities in Arizona are investigating the death of an 18-year-old whose remains were discovered in a burning fire pit near Apache Junction. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as Parker League, who had been reported missing earlier in June. League, originally from Nebraska, was visiting Tempe when he disappeared. His belongings were later located at a Tempe residence.
The sheriff's office has classified League's death as a homicide, describing the circumstances as "malicious." The discovery has understandably shaken residents of the area. One resident, Amber Kunau, expressed her concern to FOX 10 Phoenix, stating, "It’s really scary and really sad, and it’s hard to feel safe. That’s entering new territory for out here."
The remote desert location where League's body was found has reportedly seen an increase in concerning activity. Residents have reported finding drug paraphernalia and excessive trash. Sharon Allison-Brown, another resident, told FOX 10, "They just come here and dump and there’s trash all over the place...We live here because of the serenity. Can’t have that serenity with all this commotion going on. Now we have a dead body."
The Tempe Police Department has been contacted for comment but has not yet responded.
