Father Accused of Fatal Thanksgiving Day Shooting of Son in Arizona, Sheriff Reports

In a tragic incident in Cave Creek, Arizona, a 53-year-old man was fatally shot by his father during a domestic dispute on Thanksgiving Day, the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office reported.

Authorities have identified the victim as Brett Walton. His father, who is 80 years old, is the prime suspect in the shooting that occurred Thursday night near 54th Street and Azure Hills Drive.

As of now, no arrests have been made, and the sheriff’s homicide unit is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this deadly confrontation.

This situation adds to the ongoing concerns surrounding domestic violence and its tragic consequences in communities throughout the state.

The investigation remains open as law enforcement seeks to gather more information regarding the events leading up to the shooting.