SAFFORD, Ariz. — September 17, 2026 — The Safford Police Department is actively investigating the death of an adult male found early this morning outside a residential complex.
At approximately 2:35 AM on September 17, 2026, Safford police officers responded to a report of an unconscious male laying in front of a complex located at 1901 W. Peppertree Drive.
Upon arrival, officers located the male, who was unresponsive and showed no signs of life. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities have identified the deceased as a resident of the apartment complex. His identity is being withheld at this time, pending next-of-kin notification.
Safford Police Department detectives remain on scene to process evidence and determine the circumstances surrounding the death. At this time, investigators have no reason to believe there is any danger to the community or any outstanding suspects in connection with this incident.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Safford Police Department at (928) 432-4100.
