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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Scottish Sun
Teens Pandora Kjolsrud, 18, and Evan Clark, 17, found dead in Arizona forest with gunshot wounds as cops probe deaths
Both deaths, which were listed to May 26, have been listed as homicides DEATH RIDDLE Teens Pandora Kjolsrud, 18, and Evan Clark, 17, found dead in Arizona forest with gunshot wounds as cops probe deaths Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO teenagers have been found shot dead in an Arizona national forest less than a week into their summer vacation. Pandora Kjolsrud, 18, and Evan Clark, 17, were found in Tonto National Forest near Mount Ord on May 27. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Pandora Kjolsrud was just 18 years old when her life was violently taken on May 26 Credit: Pandora Kjolsrud Family via GoFundMe 2 Sandra Malibu Sweeney lost her beloved son, Evan Clark, in a tragic and violent crime Credit: Sandra Malibu Sweeney Both deaths, which were listed to May 26, have been listed as homicides by the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office. Cops are treating the circumstances around the pair's death as "suspicious", with Maricopa County Sheriff's Office revealing they suffered gunshot wounds. Sgt. Joaquin Enriquez said: "At this time, the circumstances surrounding their deaths are being treated as suspicious." Both deaths, which were listed to May 26, have been listed as homicides by the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office. read more on the us sun OPERATION 'SPIDERWEB' Ukraine destroys 40 Russian aircraft with drones launched from trucks The deceased duo were friends who went to Arcadia High School in Phoenix. Their friends have made makeshift memorial near Mount Ord - a spot where the pair would often watch the sunset - according to Fox 10 Phoenix. Evan's coworker Iara Rosales said: "You just cherish all the memories and the laughs. "His life was cut very short, and so was Pandora's. "They were very young, and it was just so sudden and a tragedy that you wouldn't even imagine." Fundraisers have been set up to help pay for the two teens' funerals. Kathryn Leonard, who has organised a GoFundMe for Pandora's funeral, wrote: "She had a vivacious personality with an infectious smile that brought joy to so many. "She was a beautiful human being and a bright light in this world who loved every single person she met and had a unique ability to make every person feel special. "She loved music in all of its forms and enjoyed playing violin, cello and guitar. "The outdoors is where she truly felt at home. She loved camping, horseback riding, kayaking and hiking with friends and family. Evan's mother Sandra Malibu Sweeney said: "Evan Clark was my only child and my beloved son. "This last week Evan was taken from me, and my level of grief feels insurmountable. "I find myself at a complete loss to imagine a life without him. "It is a small comfort to share some things about this boy who was on his way to becoming a wonderful man." The tragic deaths have sparked concern in the area's hiking community. "If there's something going on in the area. I'm here with my child. I'd like to know if we're safe," one community member told Fox 10 Phoenix. Another said: "Obviously respecting the people's families and not get into those personal details, but I would want to know how we can all be safe."
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
TikTok influencer sues to keep records about her son's death private
TikTok influencer Emilie Kiser is suing Arizona officials to keep records about her 3-year-old son's death private. Earlier this month, Kiser's eldest son, Trigg, died several days after he was found unconscious in a backyard pool at the family's home in Chandler, about a 30-minute drive southeast of Phoenix, according to local reports. Kiser shares her life as a mom on TikTok where she has four million followers. On Tuesday, Kiser filed a lawsuit against Arizona officials, arguing the disclosure of records related to her son's death 'causes renewed trauma to surviving family members and violates their right to grieve privately.' Kiser 'is going through a parent's worst nightmare right now' after the 'heartbreaking accidental drowning' of her son earlier this month, according to the suit. The toddler died in hospital six days after he was found in the pool, KPNX reported. 'Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son…but every day is a battle,' the lawsuit said. Kiser and husband, Brady, welcomed their second son, Theodore, in March. Since Trigg's death, more than 100 public records requests have been filed with the city of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office. "Emilie and her family desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them. Trigg's death has become a media frenzy,' the suit read. While the suit does acknowledge Arizona's Public Records Law, which gives the public the right to view records maintained by public offices, 'this right of access is not absolute.' Kiser's lawyers argue Arizona law also, 'recognizes that family members have a compelling privacy interest in preventing the disclosure of graphic materials related to a loved one's injuries or death.' Kiser has not posted on TikTok since May 12. The suit names several Arizona public offices, including the city of Chandler, the Chandler Police Department, the Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner and the Arizona Department of Health Services. Jason Berry, director of communications for Maricopa County, told NBC News on Thursday, 'When Maricopa County learned the family was pursuing a court order to prevent the release of these records, the Office of the Medical Examiner worked with the family to place a seal on the record.' Berry said court proceedings will determine if the records related to Trigg's death will be permanently sealed.
Yahoo
7 days ago
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- Yahoo
Influencer Emilie Kiser suing to keep son's records private: Reports
(NewsNation) — Social media influencer Emilie Kiser has filed a lawsuit to keep records about her son's death private, nearly two weeks after the incident, according to reports. Three-year-old Trigg Kiser died May 18 after he was pulled from a pool in Chandler, Arizona, six days before. On May 27, a lawsuit was filed in the Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County to prevent the release of documents related to her son's death. Trump's 'pardon czar' talks Chrisleys, providing a 'second chance' The complaint claims that her son died from an accidental drowning at the family's home, and Emilie Kiser's attorneys said that she and her family 'desperately want to grieve in private.' They added that Trigg Kiser's death has 'become a media frenzy.' According to Chandler, Arizona, police, the incident is under investigation, and no charges have been filed. The lawsuit stated that there have been over 100 requests filed with the City of Chandler, Arizona, and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office for access to records that are related to Trigg Kiser's death. The purpose of the lawsuit is to prevent officials from releasing public documents, including the 911 call, photos of the scene and the police report. Emilie Kiser and her attorneys have allegedly not seen any of the documents, but they believe they are 'exceptionally raw and graphic.' Ex-mobster Michael Franzese on Diddy trial: 'We didn't beat up women' The lawsuit also states that the release of the public records would 'intrude upon personal dignity or cause unnecessary harm to private individuals. … Emilie is trying her best to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore. But every day is a battle.' If a judge won't permanently block the release of these records, Emilie Kiser has requested that the court review the records before they are released. This way, they can determine 'what, if any, information may be lawfully disclosed.' The lawsuit claims that releasing the documents would turn 'Arizona's Public Records Law into a weapon of emotional harm, rather than a tool of government transparency,' and many of the requests made were most likely for commercial purposes. However, the law in Arizona doesn't consider requesting records for news gathering to be a commercial purpose. Emilie Kiser has over 4 million followers on TikTok and over 1.7 million followers on Instagram. She became famous by sharing videos of her life on these platforms. After her son's death, she stopped posting on social media, and her fans suspected something was wrong. Once the news broke, videos about Emilie Kiser's son started being posted. Some videos even included footage that allegedly shows her son falling into a pool, but commenters say that the footage is from a different incident. Amber Rose: Tory Lanez should be pardoned Other commenters have criticized the family for not having a fence around their pool. Some people are criticizing others for making videos about Trigg Kiser's death. One commenter said, 'Let's normalize letting parents announce the death of their child. Let's normalize NOT judging parents in tragic situations like this.' Kiser is married to Brady Kiser and gave birth to Trigg Kiser in July of 2021. Then, they had their second son, Teddy, in March of 2025. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Hindustan Times
29-05-2025
- Hindustan Times
Emilie Kiser says ‘every day is a battle' after son Trigg's death; TikToker trying her best to be there for family
Emilie Kiser is taking legal action days after her three-year-old son Trigg's death this month. The social media influencer filed a lawsuit earlier this week in Arizona Superior Court to keep Maricopa County records about her son out of public view, People reported, citing court documents. The complaint states that Trigg died after an 'accidental drowning' at the family's Chandler home. While Kiser is yet to make a public statement about her son's death, the document reportedly states that 'every day is a battle' for her. The 26-year-old adds that she is 'trying her best' to be there for her family and surviving son, two-month-old Theodore. Read More: Emilie Kiser's first action since son Trigg's death in Chandler has fans worried: 'Is she fine?' According to People, Kiser's lawyer said that she and her family want to grieve in private. They allege that Trigg's death 'has become a media frenzy'. The lawsuit adds that 100 public record requests have been filed with the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office for access to public records related to Trigg Kiser's death. 'The records requested presumably reveal graphic, distressing, and intimate details of Trigg's death that have no bearing on government accountability,' the filing reads, further saying that 'allowing disclosure' would be to turn Arizona's Public Records Law into 'a weapon of emotional harm'. The Chandler Police Department spokesperson Sonu Wasu told People that Trigg was hospitalized after officers responded to a drowning incident on May 12. He died on May 18. 'Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the child's family and loved ones during this unimaginable time,' the statement read. "The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident remain ongoing. This is still an open investigation. Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed."
Yahoo
29-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Influencer Emilie Kiser Files Lawsuit to Keep Records About 3-Year-Old Son Trigg's Death Private
Emilie Kiser filed a lawsuit on May 27 in Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County to keep records of her son Trigg's death out of public view, nearly two weeks after he died following an accidental drowning The social media influencer's lawyers said that Kiser and her family "want to grieve in private," but "the public will not let them" and described the situation as a "media frenzy" Trigg was found unconscious after being pulled from a backyard pool after authorities responded to a drowning call on May 12Emilie Kiser is taking legal action following the death of her three-year-old son, Trigg, on Sunday, May 18. The social media influencer filed a lawsuit on Tuesday, May 27, in Arizona Superior Court for Maricopa County to keep records about Trigg's death out of public view, according to court documents. Trigg died after an "accidental drowning" at the family's home, per the complaint. In the filing, Kiser's lawyer said that she and her family "desperately want to grieve in private, but sadly, the public will not let them," adding that Trigg's death "has become a media frenzy." The lawsuit said 100 public record requests have been filed with the City of Chandler and the Maricopa County Medical Examiner's Office for access to public records related to Trigg Kiser's death. "The records requested presumably reveal graphic, distressing, and intimate details of Trigg's death that have no bearing on government accountability," as stated in the filing, which suggested "allowing disclosure" would be to turn Arizona's Public Records Law into "a weapon of emotional harm." Emilie is "trying her best" to be there for her surviving son, two-month-old Theodore," the filing states, "But every day is a battle." In a statement issued on behalf of the Chandler Police Department, spokesperson Sonu Wasu told PEOPLE that Trigg was hospitalized after authorities responded to a drowning call on May 12. The three-year-old child died on May 18, per Wasu's confirmation. "Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the child's family and loved ones during this unimaginable time," read the statement shared on behalf of the local police. "The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident remain ongoing. This is still an open investigation," Wasu's statement continued. "Out of respect for the family's privacy, we will not be releasing additional details until the investigation is closed." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Wasu noted that Trigg was taken to Chandler Regional Medical Center and then to Phoenix Children's Hospital in critical condition, per AZ Central. Emilie and her husband, Brady, welcomed their Trigg in July 2021. Their second child, son Theodore, was born in March. "🧸Theodore🧸 We love you so much and our hearts feel like they are going to burst. I am so grateful for a smooth delivery, a healthy baby, and the best husband. Could not have done it without my rock @bradykiser . The love I have for my boys is infinite," Emilie wrote on Instagram on March 28. Read the original article on People
