Nina Maria Harrison, Voluntary Manslaughter, Arizona 2022

PHOENIX, Ariz. – In a shocking turn of events, 36-year-old Nina Maria Harrison of Sacaton, Arizona, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for her role in a violent stabbing that left a victim dead. The crime took place on February 22, 2020, on the Gila River Indian Community, where Harrison is an enrolled member.

According to reports, Harrison was involved in a physical altercation with the victim, resulting in multiple stab wounds that ultimately led to the victim’s demise. The attack was investigated by the Gila River Police Department and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

Harrison pleaded guilty to Voluntary Manslaughter and was subsequently sentenced by U.S. District Judge Susan M. Brnovich to 15 years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. This sentence serves as a stark reminder of the severity of violent crime in our communities.

The Gila River Indian Community, where Harrison resides, plays a significant role in this case, as it was the site of the brutal attack. The community is still reeling from the effects of this tragedy, and many are left wondering how such a heinous crime could occur.

The prosecution of Harrison’s case was handled by Raynette Logan, Assistant U.S. Attorney, District of Arizona, Phoenix. Logan’s efforts to bring justice to the victim and their loved ones are a testament to her dedication to upholding the law.

As the nation grapples with rising rates of violent crime, cases like Harrison’s serve as a stark reminder of the need for increased awareness and support for victims of violent crime and their families. We must come together to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

CASE NUMBER: CR-21-00186-PHX-SMB

RELEASE NUMBER: 2022-014_Harrison

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