Crime
Prominent Valley Attorney James Arthur Eaves Fatally Shot in Arcadia Neighborhood, Brother Arrested
Phoenix, AZ – A well-respected Valley attorney has died following a fatal shooting at a residence in the Arcadia neighborhood on Friday morning.
According to the Phoenix Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 8 a.m. near 44th Street and Camelback Road.
Upon arrival, they discovered an injured man lying in the driveway of his home. Despite immediate efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities have identified the victim as 51-year-old James Arthur “Artie” Eaves, a prominent attorney with the Sanders & Parks law firm.
His brother, 49-year-old Christopher Arthur Eaves, was taken into custody at the scene. Police have stated that the shooting does not appear to be a random act.
Christopher Eaves is facing multiple charges, including murder, though investigators have not yet determined a clear motive for the homicide.
While the neighborhood has been secured, detectives remain on-site as the investigation continues.
James Eaves, widely known as “Artie,” was a highly regarded attorney who dedicated more than two decades of his career to Sanders & Parks. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a prosecutor with the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, where he earned a strong reputation for his legal acumen.
In a statement, Sanders & Parks expressed profound grief over the loss of their colleague:
“Artie was a beloved colleague and a tremendously skilled attorney who was an integral part of Sanders & Parks for nearly 22 years. Prior to joining the firm, he was a highly regarded prosecutor at the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office. We will all miss Artie more than words can express. He was not just our colleague, but a good friend and mentor to all of us. Sanders & Parks extends its deepest condolences to Artie’s entire family.”
According to the firm’s website, Eaves specialized in medical malpractice defense, representing doctors and hospitals in high-stakes litigation.
Authorities urge anyone with information regarding the case to contact the Phoenix Police Department or submit an anonymous tip to Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.