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Are Arizona's self-defense laws allowing killers to walk free?

A legal loophole may be allowing killers to get away with murder in Arizona, according to victims’ families who say suspects are avoiding prosecution by claiming self-defense. Arizona’s Family Investigates has reported on several cases in recent years where prosecutors declined charges despite police presenting evidence of crimes because of our state’s robust self-defense laws. Michael Walter is battling cancer and missing his best friend, David Ricks. “I wouldn’t be here except for him because he’s the one that got me into treatment,” said Walter. “I looked out for him. He looked out for me.” Ricks died in March 2024 in the Scottsdale trailer he called home. The Maricopa County Office of the Medical Examiner determined the 69-year-old was stabbed three times in the torso and suffered defensive wounds on his hands. Police, the victim’s family and friends know who the killer is. According to the police report, even Timothy Grant, 76 at the time, known as “Wolf,” admits to stabbing David Ricks. The two men were long-time roommates and friends. “He has absolutely zero remorse,” Walter said. “He literally said, ‘I could kill you.’” During police interviews, Grant said it wasn’t murder, it was self-defense. Those close to Ricks believe Grant got away with a capital crime because Arizona’s self-defense laws can allow killers to walk free. Micaela Marshall reports. #arizona #azfamily #investigations #investigativereporting #politics #selfdenfense For more Local News from KPHO: https://www.azfamily.com/ For more YouTube Content:    / @azfamily