Phoenix Assault Investigation Becomes Homicide Case After Woman Dies

By Habari News | October 19, 2026

PHOENIX — Police are investigating a homicide after a 61-year-old woman died from injuries sustained in an apparent assault earlier this month near the 15600 block of North 40th Street.

Officers responded to a report of an injured person on October 8 at approximately 11:15 a.m. They found the woman in the backyard of a residence underneath a vehicle, according to Phoenix police.

The woman, identified as Kiersten Fabiani, had severe injuries and was unable to provide a statement. She was transported to a hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Detectives Seek Unknown Suspect

Police said Fabiani’s injuries were consistent with an assault. Detectives responded and took over the investigation.

Fabiani died from her injuries on October 18, and the case is now being investigated as a homicide.

Detectives are working to identify and locate a suspect. Police have not released a suspect description or additional details about the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Public Asked to Share Information

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Phoenix Police Department or Silent Witness at 480-WITNESS (480-948-6377). Spanish-speaking callers can contact 480-TESTIGO (480-837-8446).

The incident number is 2026-1411776. Additional details remain part of the ongoing investigation.

Source: Phoenix Police Department.