Tombstone Marshal's Office

09/26/2026

September 25, 2026
Tombstone Marshal’s Office Pursuit Leads to Recovery of Three Stolen Vehicles

TOMBSTONE, Ariz. — On September 25, 2026, the Tombstone Marshal’s Office (TMO) conducted an investigation involving multiple stolen vehicles that ultimately resulted in a vehicle pursuit, a rollover collision, multiple arrests, and the recovery of three vehicles reported stolen from the Phoenix area.

The incident began when TMO personnel attempted to conduct a traffic stop on a BMW X5 traveling eastbound on Highway 80 near Mile Post 315. The vehicle had been identified as stolen. When deputies attempted to initiate the traffic stop, the driver failed to yield and continued traveling eastbound, resulting in a pursuit.

The pursuit continued toward the City of Tombstone. As the stolen BMW entered Tombstone, the driver lost control of the vehicle. The BMW left its intended path of travel, crashed, and rolled over twice before coming to rest on its roof on Sumner Street near Safford Street.

Following the collision, both the driver and passenger exited the overturned vehicle and fled the area on foot. TMO personnel immediately began searching the surrounding area for both individuals. The TMO pursuing Deputy located and apprehended the passenger almost immediately, which had run down Safford Street. The driver continued to flee from the area but was subsequently located and arrested by a TMO Deputy on the side of the Circle-K. The driver and passenger from the BMW were arrested and booked into CCSO Jail.

A TMO Deputy located two additional vehicles abandoned along Highway 80 near Mile Post 313.5. Both vehicles had been reported stolen confirmed after a records check on the license plates. The two recovered vehicles were identified as a Hyundai Palisade and a Kia Telluride. TMO personnel processed both vehicles for evidence before they were removed from the area.

The Cochise County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) provided assistance at the rollover crash scene. CCSO personnel conducted an accident reconstruction as part of the investigation into the collision. CCSO detectives also assisted TMO personnel with the identification of the driver and passenger involved in the failure-to-yield incident.

During the course of the investigation, law enforcement also located another vehicle involved in the transportation of the stolen vehicles. The vehicle was located in the Circle-K parking lot, where the driver was subsequently arrested and transported to the CCSO Jail.

As the investigation continued, law enforcement determined that a total of five vehicles had been reported stolen from the Phoenix area and were associated with the overall incident. All five stolen vehicles were ultimately recovered.

The five vehicles were recovered at multiple locations, including:
• Three vehicles in the Tombstone area
• One vehicle outside of Saint David
• One vehicle that traveled back toward the Tucson area

The recovery of the five stolen vehicles was the result of coordinated efforts by the Tombstone Marshal’s Office, Cochise County Sheriff’s Office, and Benson Police Department.

The Tombstone Marshal’s Office would like to recognize the assistance provided by the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office in this investigation as well as the Tombstone Volunteer Fire Department for assistance in securing the crash scene.

The Tombstone Marshal’s Office also acknowledges the work of its deputies and personnel who responded to the pursuit, apprehended the fleeing individuals, located additional stolen vehicles, secured evidence, and assisted with the investigation. A job well done indeed!!

Marshal Robert Randall
Tombstone Marshal’s Office
Tombstone, Arizona
Phone: 520-457-2244
Email: [email protected]

09/13/2026

Last night, our Deputies and Tombstone Fire crew used all of their wrangling training to place this critter in custody to prevent him from becoming road kill. Two hours later, he was safely deposited at the animal shelter patiently waiting for his human to come rescue him. If anyone knows where he belongs (besides in your belly!!) Please call the Marshal’s Office.

****UPDATE...Mr. GIGGLES has been reunited with his human.

09/03/2026

ALICE training returns to Cochise County. This training was brought to the area for local law enforcement throughout Cochise County to be able to teach to schools and other community partnerships.

ALICE stands for Alert, Lockdown, Inform, Counter, and Evacuate.

For law enforcement, ALICE Training focuses on preparing officers to respond effectively to an active threat or violent critical incident, particularly in schools, workplaces, and other public settings.

The training emphasizes rapid decision-making, communication, evacuation, and coordinated responses.

07/24/2026

07/16/2026

On July 2, 2026, the 'Thunder Vette Club' of Sierra Vista asked for permission to have a photo shoot on Allen Street in front of the OK CORRAL which will be published in their National Corvette magazine. The permit was granted, and they brought 23 beautiful Corvettes to town ranging from 1961 through 2026.

These magnificent machines caught the eye of many locals and tourists alike as they highlighted some of Tombstones famous locations.

The club president asked me if there was a charity or organization that they could make a donation to in order to show appreciation for allowing the photo shoot and of course the Tombstone Animal Shelter came to mind.

On July 16, 2026, members of the 'Thunder Vette Club' presented a check for $300 to the Tombstone Animal Shelter which will be put to excellent use.

On behalf of all of us here in Tombstone, we appreciate the public exposure and the generous donation to our volunteer animal shelter.

05/25/2026

On 5/25/26 at approximately 1230 am, the Tombstone Marshal's Office was dispatched to an assault call on N 12th st in Tombstone. Upon arrival, one subject was located on the front porch suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim advised the person that shot them was inside the residence. The deputy on scene located the suspect in this case and he was taken into custody with out further issues.

The victim was treated on scene, then taken to a local hospital, where he was then flown to a hospital in Tucson. All subjects have been accounted for, and there is no threat to the public at this time.

Law enforcement will be on scene for an extended time. If you have any information on this incident, please contact the Marshal's Office at 520-803-3550.

05/22/2026

Each year, the Cochise County Sheriff's Office host a "TOP COP" event in which all agencies within Cochise County are invited to submit an officer from their respective department for this prestigious award.

I am excited to announce that the Tombstone Marshal's Office submitted Deputy Miriam Bear for this award. Although she was a runner up to the "TOP COP" position, we at TMO could not be prouder of her achievements over the past two years. I am including the letter written for her nomination:

"I am proud to nominate Deputy Miriam Bear for TOP COP 2026 in recognition of her exceptional investigative ability, relentless work ethic, and unwavering commitment to protecting the community.

Deputy Bear has repeatedly demonstrated her ability to take on complex, high-stakes cases and see them through with precision and determination.

On November 27, 2025, Deputy Bear responded to a report of an elderly female being abused at a residence in Tombstone. Upon arrival, she conducted a thorough and compassionate interview with the victim, who disclosed that her live-in caregivers were neglecting her basic needs, restricting her access to food despite utilizing her EBT benefits, and subjecting her to threats while she lived in fear for both her safety and the welfare of her pets. Deputy Bear’s meticulous walkthrough of the residence revealed deplorable and hazardous living conditions. Recognizing the severity of the situation, she enlisted the assistance of the Tombstone Fire Marshal, who subsequently condemned the structure as unsafe.

Through her diligent investigation, she established probable cause to arrest both caregivers. Her comprehensive casework ultimately resulted in indictments on multiple serious charges, including vulnerable adult abuse, criminal damage, neglect, endangerment, and animal cruelty.

On December 22, 2025, Deputy Bear responded to a highly sensitive case involving a victim whose former boyfriend had threatened to release a secretly recorded intimate video. Deputy Bear conducted a professional and empathetic interview while gathering critical details. Her investigative skill was further demonstrated when she facilitated a confrontational call that resulted in the suspect making incriminating statements. She acted decisively by locating and arresting the suspect, followed by a complete interview and additional witness interviews.

During the course of her investigation, she uncovered information linked to a thirty-year-old missing person case out of Colorado.

Deputy Bear’s initiative and persistence contributed to another agency locating possible human remains. She has since developed an extensive profile and timeline of the suspect and continues to assist other jurisdictions with potential related investigations. This level of dedication reflects an exceptional commitment to justice that extends well beyond her immediate assignment.

On February 8, 2026, Deputy Bear responded to a theft involving an Airbnb rental property. Through detailed evidence collection, including victim statements, rental records, and extensive video reviews, she identified the suspects and tracked their movements using multiple surveillance sources. Her investigative efforts led to the identification of a suspect through vehicle registration and database records, ultimately linking him to a residence in Tucson.

Deputy Bear secured both arrest and search warrants and, in coordination with the Tucson Police Department and additional deputies from TMO, executed those warrants and took the suspect into custody.

Her efforts resulted in the recovery of all stolen property and the discovery of additional criminal activity, including the use of stolen credit card information. Her thorough searches uncovered evidence of widespread fraud, leading her to identify and contact additional victims and expand the scope of charges. She subsequently apprehended a second suspect involved in the theft and coordinated with the Federal Bureau of Investigation to transfer the broader fraud investigation due to its multi-jurisdictional nature.

This case remains ongoing and continues to demonstrate Deputy Bear’s exceptional investigative capabilities.

Deputy Bear’s professionalism, determination, and attention to detail in each of these cases exemplify the highest standards of law enforcement. Her work has not only brought offenders to justice but has also safeguarded vulnerable individuals and contributed to investigations beyond our jurisdiction.

Deputy Bear is highly commended for her outstanding service, which brings great credit upon herself, the Tombstone Marshal’s Office, and the City of Tombstone.

It is for these reasons, and many more, that I proudly nominate Deputy Miriam Bear as the TOP COP for 2026.

Bob Randall
Tombstone Marshal"

05/17/2026

The Tombstone Marshal’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a female suspect involved in a theft at the Family Dollar store in Tombstone.

On 5/17/26, an unknown female entered the Family Dollar store and exited carrying a satchel containing unpaid merchandise. The suspect then left the area in an older-model dark blue pickup truck driven by an unidentified male.

The female suspect is described as: white female with dark hair, pulled back into a ponytail. She was wearing a black low cut tank top. She also mentioned that she had recently moved to Tombstone.

The vehicle was last seen leaving the area shortly after the incident. Investigators are asking anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity or who may have information regarding the identities of the individuals involved to contact the Tombstone Marshal’s Office.

05/16/2026

At approximately 4:40 PM, Tombstone Marshal's Office was advised of a vehicle that was fleeing from Border Patrol. The vehicle stopped at MP 320 on Highway 80. All three subjects fled from the vehicle on foot. Two subjects have been located and taken into custody. There is still one subject that has not been found. The subject was last seen in the wash near the Tombstone Fire Department wearing camouflage-type clothing. The subject could have changed clothes. If you happen to locate this subject, do not approach him. Please contact SEACOM at 520-803-3550. Or dial 911 if it's an emergency.

05/13/2026

Good work Sgt. Andersen.....

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Arson Suspect Identified and Taken Into Custody

The Tombstone Marshal’s Office announces that, following an investigation conducted by the Tombstone Marshal’s Office, an arson suspect connected to a fire investigation at the Trump Store, located at 1474 N. Highway 80, on May 4, 2026, has been positively identified and taken into custody.

The suspect is identified as 58-year-old Donald William Rudy of Benson. During the course of the investigation, investigators obtained and reviewed multiple surveillance videos showing the suspect arriving at the scene in a white Ford Raptor pickup truck.

The videos captured the suspect exiting the vehicle, removing materials from the truck bed, and igniting a fire in an area near brush and vegetation. Due to windy conditions at the time, there was significant concern that the fire could spread and endanger nearby property and surrounding areas.

A witness at the scene confronted the suspect and provided investigators with a statement regarding the incident. The witness also participated in a photo lineup and positively identified the suspect.

On Monday, May 11th, an arrest warrant was issued for Rudy after he failed to appear in court in an unrelated case. The Tombstone Marshal’s Office enlisted the assistance of the Cochise County Regional SWAT team to execute a search warrant and take the suspect into custody.

The case will be forwarded to the Cochise County Attorney’s Office for review and formal charging considerations.

The Tombstone Marshal’s Office would like to thank the community members, cooperating witnesses, and the Cochise County Regional SWAT team who assisted the Tombstone Marshal’s Office throughout the investigation. Anyone with additional information related to this incident is encouraged to contact the Tombstone Marshal’s Office. Tombstone Marshal’s Office Tombstone, Arizona.

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