Mesa Police Department News - Death Investigation Update

Investigators search for answers in east Mesa death investigation

On June 9, 2008 at 10:30 p.m., the Mesa Police Department received a phone call from a person stating that they had found their friend dead in his east Mesa residence.

Officers responded to the residence located at 11428 E. Queesnborough Avenue and made entry. Investigators located a deceased male within the residence. There were signs of injury to the body of the deceased male, however it has not been determined how the injuries were inflicted. He was later identified as 30-year-old Travis Alexander of Mesa.

The body was discovered after friends of the deceased became worried about his welfare after not hearing from him for several days. They contacted the police after discovering the body inside of the residence.

At this time investigators have not labeled this death investigation as a homicide or a suicide. Further information will be provided as the case progresses.

Travis Alexander's death ruled a homicide

As the case has progressed information and evidence has surfaced that has caused investigators to rule this case a murder. Information obtained from the office of the Maricopa County Medical Examiner has revealed that the victim, 30-year-old Travis Alexander had wounds that do not appear to be self inflicted and the investigation is being treated as a homicide.

The motive appears to be unclear at this point. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information related to the murder of Travis Alexander is asked to contact the Mesa Police Department at (480) 644-2211.