During the Pennington case investigation, Gilbert Police announced another arrest.
Christopher Fantastic,18, was charged in connection with an assault and robbery incident that occurred in a parking lot in August 2023.
Both cases, though unrelated, emphasize the pressing need to address teen violence in the region.
Despite the arrests, no progress has been made in Preston Lord’s murder case, and charges are yet to be filed. Queen Creek police identified seven individuals in the Lord case, withholding their identities and the nature of the charges.
In response to the community’s concerns, city officials pledged a comprehensive push against groups like the ‘Gilbert Goons.’ Councilmember Matt Orlando assured residents that Chandler would lead the charge, promising collaborative efforts with neighboring cities to create a safer community.
