{"id":28582,"date":"2025-06-04T15:16:44","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:16:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=28582"},"modified":"2025-06-04T15:16:44","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T15:16:44","slug":"2-teens-found-dead-at-a-campsite-near-mount-ord-arizona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/usdailys.com\/?p=28582","title":{"rendered":"2 Teens Found Dead at a Campsite Near Mount Ord, Arizona"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36 ContentRenderer_paragraph-first___d_VF\">New details have surfaced in the deaths of two Valley teens, as loved ones share personal memories and fundraisers reveal how the community is rallying behind their grieving families.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\">\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Authorities are investigating the deaths of two teenagers discovered earlier this week at a remote campsite in Arizona. The Maricopa County Sheriff&#8217;s Office (MCSO) confirmed it is conducting a homicide investigation after the bodies were found in the Tonto National Forest, northeast of the Phoenix metro area.<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed\/v1\/streetview?key=AIzaSyDi_Ofuho-74TpiwteNKViqgbqfnnM029g&amp;location=33.8718575,-111.2756382&amp;heading=274.4\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Deputies responded to a call early on Tuesday morning, May 27, 2025. The scene was located off State Route 87, between Mesa and Payson, near Mount Ord.\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">According to ABC15<\/a>, the victims were 18-year-old Pandora Kjolsrud and a\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/news.amomama.com\/454416-17-year-old-athlete-austin-metcalf-dies.html\">17-year-old male<\/a>, who friends and family identified as Evan Clark.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">On Friday, May 30, the Maricopa County Medical Examiner ruled both deaths as homicides caused by gunshot wounds. MCSO has stated that the deaths are being treated as suspicious.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-video fb_iframe_widget fb_iframe_widget_fluid_desktop\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/reel\/1222665279303354?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=622&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=667\" data-testid=\"video\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:video Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/video.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Dfc80c9ab27d3552d9%26domain%3Dnews.amomama.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fnews.amomama.com%252Ff31b5fd0eb56bfc3f%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Freel%2F1222665279303354%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D622%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D667&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"f81c0137b916bbe30\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:video Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">In a statement, the agency\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">noted<\/a>, &#8220;At this time, our focus is on conducting a comprehensive and meticulous investigation to ensure justice for the victims and their loved ones. We are coordinating closely with our law enforcement partners and ask for patience and respect for the investigative process as we work through the facts.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/YccGZY2tnq0QuKIboRsGPAgL6rHU7R-ovdnVmlWDDCI\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNGE5N2YzMmMyYjVkNmU5NGI5YWM1YTE2OWJlZDE1M2ZhZDNjODg3N2ZkMjAxODliOTUwZWU3MmZhMjQxMjU0Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzMiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/dC9rVBITKjPQ4RF7snOwslEu9YzRDvjfyHyfYJZf-RU\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNGE5N2YzMmMyYjVkNmU5NGI5YWM1YTE2OWJlZDE1M2ZhZDNjODg3N2ZkMjAxODliOTUwZWU3MmZhMjQxMjU0Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzMiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/_cWN0cdntIelwoia8LST2FSwN-YRMCLrahHNFm5dmxA\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNGE5N2YzMmMyYjVkNmU5NGI5YWM1YTE2OWJlZDE1M2ZhZDNjODg3N2ZkMjAxODliOTUwZWU3MmZhMjQxMjU0Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzMiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/2cWALVqgmS6p0CINuFD4xXippzTAXdYvEGOxSvLd80o\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNGE5N2YzMmMyYjVkNmU5NGI5YWM1YTE2OWJlZDE1M2ZhZDNjODg3N2ZkMjAxODliOTUwZWU3MmZhMjQxMjU0Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzMiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Nv6oISA8_W_DwCPFn396B3WdstxYAf7-zTbwKVNloSk\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNGE5N2YzMmMyYjVkNmU5NGI5YWM1YTE2OWJlZDE1M2ZhZDNjODg3N2ZkMjAxODliOTUwZWU3MmZhMjQxMjU0Yy5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzMiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/4a97f32c2b5d6e94b9ac5a169bed153fad3c8877fd20189b950ee72fa241254c.png\" alt=\"A candid picture of Pandora Kjolsrud | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1132\" height=\"1108\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">A candid picture of Pandora Kjolsrud | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Both teens were students at Arcadia High School. The school notified families about the tragedy in a letter but did not release the names of the students. The principal confirmed that counseling and support services are being made available for students and staff.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Pandora&#8217;s mother, Simone Kjolsrud, spoke to ABC15 and\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">described<\/a>\u00a0her daughter as &#8220;a bright light in this world who loved every single person she met and had an unusual ability to make every person she met feel special and loved.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/bUQb1_BRz9L7cyHMTQXspBhjxrzOXNwr7OCxD6r4Hy4\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDgyMTk1MjU4YmM3MWRmNWE1YzZiMWYxMDVjM2MxYTZlMjAyOGVhZDQ3Y2IwMGZiNTYwZWVhNjlmMDQ4NTdlNC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/YWI1B4oCTiyeNbVtz6lr08_VtwppSN6BqGGBhxiOa_4\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDgyMTk1MjU4YmM3MWRmNWE1YzZiMWYxMDVjM2MxYTZlMjAyOGVhZDQ3Y2IwMGZiNTYwZWVhNjlmMDQ4NTdlNC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/xk2OBIxXj0LkgcZUn1FgkxNc9XNsmnZeyDVhg1t0t8g\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDgyMTk1MjU4YmM3MWRmNWE1YzZiMWYxMDVjM2MxYTZlMjAyOGVhZDQ3Y2IwMGZiNTYwZWVhNjlmMDQ4NTdlNC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/RjZEW6mvZhhMmsGang9yD_0FANCfneL13WXd2CAnAUw\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDgyMTk1MjU4YmM3MWRmNWE1YzZiMWYxMDVjM2MxYTZlMjAyOGVhZDQ3Y2IwMGZiNTYwZWVhNjlmMDQ4NTdlNC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/PhpZ5mNKOb6HpKVWOfKHzhzQZXRFkgU5qlK9GBgNk0w\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZDgyMTk1MjU4YmM3MWRmNWE1YzZiMWYxMDVjM2MxYTZlMjAyOGVhZDQ3Y2IwMGZiNTYwZWVhNjlmMDQ4NTdlNC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/d82195258bc71df5a5c6b1f105c3c1a6e2028ead47cb00fb560eea69f04857e4.png\" alt=\"Pandora is seen with her mom, Simone Kjolsrud | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1124\" height=\"1106\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Pandora is seen with her mom, Simone Kjolsrud | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Simone\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">added<\/a>, &#8220;She lived life in a big way and was always up for an adventure. She loved hiking and camping and her favorite place on earth was Camelback Mountain.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The Kjolsrud family also\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">issued a formal statement<\/a>\u00a0through family representative Kathryn Leonard. &#8220;We are heartbroken to confirm the tragic loss of our beloved Pandora, whose life was taken from us far too soon. The family is working closely with law enforcement and have full faith that justice will be served.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/U8ayQ5g4lPTw93aHvtKYPKRy8ij0ibZni5R_-uahLmw\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMjkwZDA4ODg1ZTczNjc4YjY1NjExNWIyNmE3YzhmZjJhZjUwYzBlNGY5YWIyMmZkYzYwNTdlNzg1ZWNjMzQ1ZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEyMA.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/a7TDTcEHN8CA26FTgEFCkm_XWNA6z3TndMc7rzexaaU\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMjkwZDA4ODg1ZTczNjc4YjY1NjExNWIyNmE3YzhmZjJhZjUwYzBlNGY5YWIyMmZkYzYwNTdlNzg1ZWNjMzQ1ZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEyMA.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/uc0NIQu9a4TU9-1NShpRtgK1H-A8R0O4xpTnypmscHc\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMjkwZDA4ODg1ZTczNjc4YjY1NjExNWIyNmE3YzhmZjJhZjUwYzBlNGY5YWIyMmZkYzYwNTdlNzg1ZWNjMzQ1ZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEyMA.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/b-PZ3Q5AXv-0CGwlIFHEvzJ4PhyBZYDKDe5NZ2QLC5o\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMjkwZDA4ODg1ZTczNjc4YjY1NjExNWIyNmE3YzhmZjJhZjUwYzBlNGY5YWIyMmZkYzYwNTdlNzg1ZWNjMzQ1ZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEyMA.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/qnrrX9ze2cDZesQ8Od7wv8W_QR-uOLt-gR5SI3DNcL0\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMjkwZDA4ODg1ZTczNjc4YjY1NjExNWIyNmE3YzhmZjJhZjUwYzBlNGY5YWIyMmZkYzYwNTdlNzg1ZWNjMzQ1ZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEzNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTEyMA.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/290d08885e73678b656115b26a7c8ff2af50c0e4f9ab22fdc6057e785ecc345d.png\" alt=\"Pandora is seen holding a dog | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1136\" height=\"1120\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Pandora is seen holding a dog | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;We ask that anyone with information come forward and support the Maricopa County Sheriff&#8217;s Office investigation in any way possible. During this incredibly difficult time, we kindly ask for privacy for the family as they grieve and navigate this unbearable loss. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from the community,&#8221;\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">concluded<\/a>\u00a0the statement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">According to a\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\">GoFundMe<\/a>\u00a0page created to support the family, the teenage girl&#8217;s life &#8220;was violently taken on May 26th, 2025.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/eCj2kSG8G5IdV9nsAGCp5RL8Uy84hsfN1J1vA_RhTzY\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGE2MmFmZDM0NTkzODVlZjgzNDc5MWMxODg3N2U0ZDM1OWRkNTU3YzZlNmZhYmE2ZDI5NjAyZGRmZmVmZTRjZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTExOCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/mzDlsTkNg0-LMIGOMzgrij2K3MRDFLLVYw0du7TUzL0\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGE2MmFmZDM0NTkzODVlZjgzNDc5MWMxODg3N2U0ZDM1OWRkNTU3YzZlNmZhYmE2ZDI5NjAyZGRmZmVmZTRjZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTExOCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Jr86mA6DMWzLV--QL25F1_eHYdNpcgKkiMF6R3rf5Xs\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGE2MmFmZDM0NTkzODVlZjgzNDc5MWMxODg3N2U0ZDM1OWRkNTU3YzZlNmZhYmE2ZDI5NjAyZGRmZmVmZTRjZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTExOCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/RtgtRJ4YWKc5x9pYP_YUz1DdfQZHuLLjCDZhf3iz2xg\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGE2MmFmZDM0NTkzODVlZjgzNDc5MWMxODg3N2U0ZDM1OWRkNTU3YzZlNmZhYmE2ZDI5NjAyZGRmZmVmZTRjZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTExOCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/DGzQOU51xEU18yZTdcRkN8PugMnF6Mqw2ItnKctZAI8\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZGE2MmFmZDM0NTkzODVlZjgzNDc5MWMxODg3N2U0ZDM1OWRkNTU3YzZlNmZhYmE2ZDI5NjAyZGRmZmVmZTRjZC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTExOCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/da62afd3459385ef834791c18877e4d359dd557c6e6faba6d29602ddffefe4cd.png\" alt=\"A young Pandora is seen rafting in the river | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1118\" height=\"1106\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">A young Pandora is seen rafting in the river | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_1\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_01\">\n<div id=\"in_article_1-0\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The page\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\">described<\/a>\u00a0her as having &#8220;a vivacious personality with an infectious smile that brought joy to so many.&#8221; It\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\">continued<\/a>, &#8220;She was a beautiful human being and a bright light in this world who loved every single person she met and had a unique ability to make every person feel special.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The post also highlighted her deep love for music and the outdoors, noting that she played the violin, cello, and guitar, and enjoyed camping, kayaking, horseback riding, and hiking.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/voaOYF49ymol89KzfdJjdLpqt1cdoEgkAPDAPO1Lnwo\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMGI3YmRkYzkyZjRiOGQ0MTM4MDU0NTA4MTU5ZDZhYmFlYzU2ZGU2ZjJiZjdkOTE5ZjlmZTRjNWIwNjVjOWMyMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTExOA.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/S1shStVoad0kFmlc-IHyB7yN66J7EMEHo7oO-xdvQ-4\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMGI3YmRkYzkyZjRiOGQ0MTM4MDU0NTA4MTU5ZDZhYmFlYzU2ZGU2ZjJiZjdkOTE5ZjlmZTRjNWIwNjVjOWMyMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTExOA.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/y430KIgC7-nqBaOGAfeg9okaDHNc5KF9nd0N3z4i39I\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMGI3YmRkYzkyZjRiOGQ0MTM4MDU0NTA4MTU5ZDZhYmFlYzU2ZGU2ZjJiZjdkOTE5ZjlmZTRjNWIwNjVjOWMyMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTExOA.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/6nUX85z3SULPvgacam81nJ5RbDJL5KA4TRIUksbwaRI\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMGI3YmRkYzkyZjRiOGQ0MTM4MDU0NTA4MTU5ZDZhYmFlYzU2ZGU2ZjJiZjdkOTE5ZjlmZTRjNWIwNjVjOWMyMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTExOA.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/D3eDkspUeukefwmsPT5eksDSyhz0vPakq-Hc2cC3STQ\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vMGI3YmRkYzkyZjRiOGQ0MTM4MDU0NTA4MTU5ZDZhYmFlYzU2ZGU2ZjJiZjdkOTE5ZjlmZTRjNWIwNjVjOWMyMS5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTExOA.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/0b7bddc92f4b8d4138054508159d6abaec56de6f2bf7d919f9fe4c5b065c9c21.png\" alt=\"Pandora is seen smiling at a campsite | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1126\" height=\"1118\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Pandora is seen smiling at a campsite | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Animals held a special place in her heart, as she had a strong bond with her two small dogs and often stopped to greet dogs she passed on hikes or neighborhood walks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The fundraiser\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/support-for-pandora-kjolsruds-memorial\">aims<\/a>\u00a0to &#8220;allow Pandora&#8217;s family to grieve the unimaginable loss of their daughter without the worry of financial burden.&#8221; As of this writing, it has raised over $30,000 of its $35,000 goal. While funeral services will be private, the family is planning a community celebration of life in the coming months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-1\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><iframe src=\"https:\/\/if-cdn.com\/lpoIRgMJ?_showcaption=false&amp;app=1\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">A Facebook post by her mother also offered a glimpse into Pandora&#8217;s family life. She recalled their last Mother&#8217;s Day together, when Pandora treated her to brunch and picked out matching outfits,\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\">saying<\/a>, &#8220;Here mama wear this, we will be twins.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Simone\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\">referred to<\/a>\u00a0her daughter as &#8220;truly a rare gem who brightened every single persons day&#8221; and\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil\">added<\/a>, &#8220;She had the sweetest most loving spirit in the whole world.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Embed_wrapper__UQbow\">\n<div class=\"EmbedFacebook_embed-facebook-container__Q860l\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"fb-post fb_iframe_widget\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/simonek\/posts\/pfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil?mWidth=350&amp;mHeight=559&amp;dWidth=600&amp;dHeight=583\" data-testid=\"post\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"\" title=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/v14.0\/plugins\/post.php?app_id=493078077833106&amp;channel=https%3A%2F%2Fstaticxx.facebook.com%2Fx%2Fconnect%2Fxd_arbiter%2F%3Fversion%3D46%23cb%3Df23c55ac3cfbbef31%26domain%3Dnews.amomama.com%26is_canvas%3Dfalse%26origin%3Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fnews.amomama.com%252Ff31b5fd0eb56bfc3f%26relation%3Dparent.parent&amp;container_width=600&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fsimonek%2Fposts%2Fpfbid02MYpo7ckaCJ3aWPdkVnb9b5zfbYthQR4HUqHBdvWSL1BvPeA16GGAJfn4CcAiRSil%3FmWidth%3D350%26mHeight%3D559%26dWidth%3D600%26dHeight%3D583&amp;locale=en_US&amp;sdk=joey\" name=\"fc8daa19d777c6f8a\" width=\"1000px\" height=\"1000px\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-testid=\"fb:post Facebook Social Plugin\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_3\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_03\">\n<div id=\"in_article_3-2\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Meanwhile, Evan&#8217;s mother provided a statement to ABC15, that\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">read<\/a>, &#8220;I am Sandra Malibu Sweeney and Evan Clark was my only child and my beloved son. This last week Evan was taken from me, and my level of grief feels insurmountable. I find myself at a complete loss to imagine a life without him.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">She\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">described<\/a>\u00a0Evan as &#8220;funny, bright, kind and entrepreneurial,&#8221; and shared that he enjoyed concerts, photography, working at Crumbl Cookies, and traveling to Malibu, California.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Lw4fCNWNDPTQvuyhghxNIjFddkzacd-eA5ZKzfq9ojA\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzMzMTgzMzAyNjlhYmM4OTQwN2JmMDcxMDcxMzkwMTZlZjM2NjMzMjg2NGY1ZTI1MTEzNzYyODdhMTY3YzNiOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/JTB8OE5Ouw6nfXuOTbHMoMErQVxNXEWF_kFD6lqkHAA\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzMzMTgzMzAyNjlhYmM4OTQwN2JmMDcxMDcxMzkwMTZlZjM2NjMzMjg2NGY1ZTI1MTEzNzYyODdhMTY3YzNiOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/4N1G4c6k9wge01cUCbxxCBIgF2hBS-4NMP5AKxrtAgg\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzMzMTgzMzAyNjlhYmM4OTQwN2JmMDcxMDcxMzkwMTZlZjM2NjMzMjg2NGY1ZTI1MTEzNzYyODdhMTY3YzNiOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/qEUn6Sn-nb9Hzkyq3rTvWaTKbr3Uay51wXP2u64WXmI\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzMzMTgzMzAyNjlhYmM4OTQwN2JmMDcxMDcxMzkwMTZlZjM2NjMzMjg2NGY1ZTI1MTEzNzYyODdhMTY3YzNiOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/6rn4ug--ptddTNhj472xyru2yfLeXr5R6-62TbGY2C8\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzMzMTgzMzAyNjlhYmM4OTQwN2JmMDcxMDcxMzkwMTZlZjM2NjMzMjg2NGY1ZTI1MTEzNzYyODdhMTY3YzNiOC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwOA.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/73318330269abc89407bf07107139016ef366332864f5e2511376287a167c3b8.png\" alt=\"A young Evan Clark is pictured hugging his mom, Sandra Malibu Sweeney | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1124\" height=\"1108\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">A young Evan Clark is pictured hugging his mom, Sandra Malibu Sweeney | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Sandra reflected on the community support and\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.abc15.com\/news\/local-news\/sources-two-campers-found-dead-near-mount-ord-in-maricopa-county\">concluded<\/a>\u00a0her message with a quote, &#8220;Let go of the past, let go of the future, let go of the present, and cross to the far shore. With the mind and body liberated, you shall suffer no more.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_4\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_04\">\n<div id=\"in_article_4-3\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">A GoFundMe page created in Evan&#8217;s memory\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/in-memory-of-evan-clark-supporting-his-mother-sandra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/in-memory-of-evan-clark-supporting-his-mother-sandra\">stated<\/a>, &#8220;On May 26th, 2025, Sandra Malibu Sweeney lost her beloved son, Evan Clark, in a tragic and violent crime.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">It\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/in-memory-of-evan-clark-supporting-his-mother-sandra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.gofundme.com\/f\/in-memory-of-evan-clark-supporting-his-mother-sandra\">explained<\/a>\u00a0that the fundraiser would help &#8220;ease the financial pressures that come with such a devastating loss&#8221; and would also support a planned celebration of life.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/Cbe2s-_rhcl-kevvgj-UoghARsS9QPAEEzOpWS-WuHo\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzEwNTYwNjVkZjRiMzBmYzk3MjlkNWZiNjVhOWM5OTViZmIyMTYzOTg0NGExMjUyOTQyY2ZlMmJhMjdjZDQ4Mi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/CZyKEApgeFg-qMPZa5go4PLxgLzTD8itsPaRMNly2WQ\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzEwNTYwNjVkZjRiMzBmYzk3MjlkNWZiNjVhOWM5OTViZmIyMTYzOTg0NGExMjUyOTQyY2ZlMmJhMjdjZDQ4Mi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/r0zDRB__S4Ez5iq0BOW4DZJ1HobwDSWY5RwRA5vcWPE\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzEwNTYwNjVkZjRiMzBmYzk3MjlkNWZiNjVhOWM5OTViZmIyMTYzOTg0NGExMjUyOTQyY2ZlMmJhMjdjZDQ4Mi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/AhxNhVG7as3BL78cL8s9ACfe4DKvPBlAdZ0XBptn_-s\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzEwNTYwNjVkZjRiMzBmYzk3MjlkNWZiNjVhOWM5OTViZmIyMTYzOTg0NGExMjUyOTQyY2ZlMmJhMjdjZDQ4Mi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/HTsJS2u_Otn15WhbU-klluOdiqunVLJB-9hWo4xT46g\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vNzEwNTYwNjVkZjRiMzBmYzk3MjlkNWZiNjVhOWM5OTViZmIyMTYzOTg0NGExMjUyOTQyY2ZlMmJhMjdjZDQ4Mi5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEyNCZoZWlnaHQ9MTEwNg.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/71056065df4b30fc9729d5fb65a9c995bfb21639844a1252942cfe2ba27cd482.png\" alt=\"A young Evan Clark is pictured with his mom, Sandra Malibu Sweeney | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1124\" height=\"1106\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">A young Evan Clark is pictured with his mom, Sandra Malibu Sweeney | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">All donations are being deposited into an account accessible only by Evan&#8217;s mother. The fundraising page has also surpassed $30,000 of its $35,000 goal, as of June 4, 2025.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">The Arcadia community has been left in shock following the news. Residents expressed concern and sadness as the investigation continues. One community member\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\">asked<\/a>, &#8220;Who? Why? What? When? Tragic thing that happened, obviously. We got to find out who did it. 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FOX 10 asked MCSO about public safety in the region, and the agency declined to comment, stating that sharing such details could interfere with the investigation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"adv\">\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvInTextBuilder_slot-wrapper___Oz3G\">\n<div class=\"AdvTitle_wrap__wIGWH\"><span class=\"AdvTitle_text__hRK31\">Advertisement<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"Ad-Container AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__va0pf AdvSlots_adv-square-wrap__BxSU_\">\n<div class=\"AdvSlots_adv-square__246sC\" data-slot-type=\"1\" data-position=\"in_article_2\" data-code=\"\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02\">\n<div id=\"in_article_2-5\" class=\"AdvSlots_slot__YAMh2\" data-google-query-id=\"CP6W69iH2I0DFVBGnQkd5MEZyg\">\n<div id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02_2__container__\"><iframe id=\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02_2\" tabindex=\"0\" title=\"3rd party ad content\" name=\"google_ads_iframe_\/21668216007\/d_amomama_intext_02_2\" width=\"320\" height=\"100\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" sandbox=\"allow-forms allow-pointer-lock allow-popups allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox allow-same-origin allow-scripts allow-top-navigation-by-user-activation allow-presentation\" aria-label=\"Advertisement\" data-load-complete=\"true\" data-google-container-id=\"f\"><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">&#8220;If there&#8217;s something going on in the area. I&#8217;m here with my child. I&#8217;d like to know if we&#8217;re safe,&#8221; one community member\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\">stated<\/a>. &#8220;I&#8217;m really concerned, very concerned,&#8221;\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\">said<\/a>\u00a0another.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"Image_wrapper__1NP9g\">\n<div class=\"Image_container__oHMMQ\">\n<div class=\"Image_ref__XcBnw\"><picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/j76oCaeRn2kFQ328fgwJVKvc6EZ8gzwGk3xEi-sBeoY\/rs:fill:375:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZjRiNWRjNTQ5MmMxMzQ5OGZmNGJhNjgzOTFmZTJkMmU5ZmU4NDAwNDFlYmZjMjcwOWYwMmUzYmNkZjAzZmY1NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEwNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTA5Ng.jpg 375w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/-spFcurLjg4hbcZVO8whx_wHn08T29E5zO2mslf_pp4\/rs:fill:576:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZjRiNWRjNTQ5MmMxMzQ5OGZmNGJhNjgzOTFmZTJkMmU5ZmU4NDAwNDFlYmZjMjcwOWYwMmUzYmNkZjAzZmY1NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEwNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTA5Ng.jpg 576w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/21Nd94ZCvXqUkSwGp0-dVw6lCCUOCQYfRn6ofaHQja8\/rs:fill:768:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZjRiNWRjNTQ5MmMxMzQ5OGZmNGJhNjgzOTFmZTJkMmU5ZmU4NDAwNDFlYmZjMjcwOWYwMmUzYmNkZjAzZmY1NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEwNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTA5Ng.jpg 768w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/J8SCVpTp1wylc7UcwRtpe2M1gTOZv56_N44ofGrc43c\/rs:fill:992:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZjRiNWRjNTQ5MmMxMzQ5OGZmNGJhNjgzOTFmZTJkMmU5ZmU4NDAwNDFlYmZjMjcwOWYwMmUzYmNkZjAzZmY1NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEwNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTA5Ng.jpg 992w,https:\/\/imgproxy.amomama.com\/5u6p5pepDC-pis7vYrqn8UEd2GWsA2qab0qhhp9aqsM\/rs:fill:1200:0:1\/g:no\/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4uYW1vbWFtYS5jb20vZjRiNWRjNTQ5MmMxMzQ5OGZmNGJhNjgzOTFmZTJkMmU5ZmU4NDAwNDFlYmZjMjcwOWYwMmUzYmNkZjAzZmY1NC5wbmc_d2lkdGg9MTEwNiZoZWlnaHQ9MTA5Ng.jpg 1200w\" type=\"image\/jpeg\" sizes=\"(max-width: 835px) 100vw, (max-width: 1279px) 830px, 830px\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"Image_image__11E9V Image_post-image__qnTn0\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.amomama.com\/f4b5dc5492c13498ff4ba68391fe2d2e9fe840041ebfc2709f02e3bcdf03ff54.png\" alt=\"Evan Clark is pictured using his phone while standing next to a car | Source: gofundme\" width=\"1106\" height=\"1096\" \/><\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"Image_title__T6_we\" data-testid=\"image-source\">Evan Clark is pictured using his phone while standing next to a car | Source: gofundme<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"ContentRenderer_paragraph__B2z36\">Other residents emphasized the importance of awareness and security. &#8220;Obviously respecting the people&#8217;s families and not get into those personal details, but I would want to know how we can all be safe,&#8221; a resident\u00a0<a class=\"Link_link__PUK08 Link_link__kvrlb\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"https:\/\/www.fox10phoenix.com\/news\/community-concerned-after-2-arcadia-high-school-students-were-shot-near-mount-ord\">noted<\/a>. 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