After two teenagers are found dead in a remote area outside the city, the feeling of shock and grief through the Phoenix community indicates an investigation into a murder by local authorities.
The Maricopa County Sheriff Office confirmed that Grim Discovery was done on Tuesday morning near Mount Ord in Tonto National Forest, away from the state route 87 between Messa and Passon, on the morning of 28 May.
The victims have been identified as 18 -year -old Pandora Kejolsrud and a 17 -year -old man named by family and friends as Ivan Clarke. Both teenagers were allegedly found, which appeared as a camp in heavy wood and rugged area of national forest.
Investigators are tight-ups about the circumstances around their death, but the Maricopa County Medical Examiner has officially listed both deaths as housewives.
This news has sent waves of grief and mistrust through the Arcadia High School community, where both teenage students were students. In a letter sent to the families, the school confirmed the loss of two of its students, but did not release their names, citing respect for the confidentiality of the families.
In the days ahead, mourning students and employees have been made available to counselors and crisis reaction teams. Pendora Kejolsurud’s mother shared hearty words with ABC 15, portraying a vivid picture of a young woman, who lived life with purpose, joy and deep compassion.
“She was a bright light in this world, who loved every person and she had an unusual ability to make every person she felt special and love,” her mother said.
“She was a friend of many and a cute daughter. She lived life in a big way and was always for a adventure. She loved hiking and camp, and her favorite place on Earth was Cameback Mountain.”
That love for nature and adventure makes him a place to pass more poignant. Known for its beautiful beauty and popularity between hikers and campers, the area around Mount Ord has also attracted attention to its separation in recent years – a feature that can now be important in investigation.
Ivan Clarke’s friends described him as a kind, thoughtful youth who had a calm strength and a warm heart. Although not as publicly shared about him, loved ones say he was known for his calm performance, humor and strong friendship.
His presence will miss deep among his colleagues, many of whom have taken on social media to share their grief and pay tribute to their lives. The Maricopa County Sheriff Office has not yet released information about potential suspects or objectives.
Investigators are appealing to the public for any information who can help in pieces together in the remote camp. He has asked that anyone who can see or talk with teenagers in the leading days for his death comes forward.
As investigators work to highlight the truth behind this tragedy, the disadvantage of Pendora and Ivan has shattered two families and a school community has become unhappy. Vigils and Memorials are already being planned by friends and classmates, who are hoping to honor the memory of two young people lost soon.
The investigation is on, and the authorities have promised to do justice to both teenagers. As the community mourns, many people are catching the memories of Pendora’s bright energy and the calm kindness of Ivan – two young spirits, who touch the lives of the people around them, in different but equally meaningful ways.