PHOENIX — A 17-year-old is in custody in connection to the murder of his cousin that occurred Monday near Interstate 17 and Dunlap Avenue.
Officials say Sir Amir Williamson, 17, got into an argument with his cousin, 18-year-old Elijah Johnson. During that argument, Williamson allegedly shot and killed Johnson.
Phoenix police announced Williamson was taken into custody on Friday following a pursuit from Wickenburg and crash in Sun City.
Williamson's mother was also arrested for allegedly hindering prosecution for hiding Williamson to avoid his apprehension, according to officials.