Miguel Torres is a crime reporter at the Arizona Republic. He covers the Phoenix Police Department and crime throughout the Valley of the Sun, focusing on themes such as crime and justice, legal affairs, and juvenile justice. Miguel's work has been featured in notable publications including AOL, Inc., USA TODAY, and Yahoo News.
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Miguel Torres’ reporting primarily focuses on crime and law enforcement in the Phoenix, Arizona area. He frequently includes expert commentary and government announcements in his articles.
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By: Miguel Torres
A Tempe police report sheds light on allegations that a couple was forcibly removed from their vehicle by impostors.
By: Miguel Torres
Oswaldo José Pirela Dominguez's family says he has a pending asylum case and a federal work permit valid through 2029.
By: Miguel Torres
A Padres minor-league catching coordinator from Arizona was arrested by Border Patrol at an El Paso airport as his family disputes the government’s account of his immigration status.
By: Miguel Torres
A federal judge read 113 pages of letters from 42 victims and questioned Alaa Robert Bartley’s remorse before sentencing him.
By: Miguel Torres
Ulibarri went to pick up his Mercedes that had been towed after police found it blocking a road and contained firearms and drugs.
Two months after former "Bachelor" star Clayton Echard told a judge that Laura Owens needed to "either take it, or go to trial," Owens took the deal.
By: Miguel Torres
Heston Cobb, who goes by "Heston James" online, organized groups of people to pose as workers at various stores and restaurants in metro Phoenix.
By: Miguel Torres
After five days of testimony in July gave the clearest look yet at evidence in Kirk’s killing, a judge is set to make a key decision.
By: Miguel Torres
National By Miguel Torres, Arizona Republic USA Today Network via Reuters Connect Updated September 1, 2026 5:50 PM
By: Miguel Torres
Arizona Department of Public Safety crews used infrared equipment to find two Grand Canyon hikers and bring them to the rim after the flooding.
