Man accused of killing stepfather in Gilbert on Christmas Day

PHOENIX — A man was arrested for allegedly killing his stepfather on Christmas Day in Gilbert, authorities said.

The victim was found with gunshot wounds inside a vehicle that had backed into a home near Recker and Warner roads around 4:30 p.m. Sunday, the Gilbert Police Department said in a press release Monday.

The 80-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigators identified 48-year-old Michael Kaser as the suspect.

Kaser allegedly shot his stepfather after returning from a family dinner, police said.

He was taken into custody and booked into jail on one count of first-degree murder.

No other details were made available. The investigation is ongoing.

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