Dierre Williams dies in fatal Goodyear Heights stabbing

Dierre Williams dies in fatal Goodyear Heights stabbing

Fatal Goodyear Heights stabbing death of Dierre Williams – Obituary

Dierre Williams, 22, was fatally stabbed in a violent incident at a residence on Bee Bee Circle in Goodyear Heights on June 7. According to authorities, the situation began around 1 a.m. following reports of a man assaulting his mother. The confrontation escalated, involving a knife.

When police arrived at the scene, they discovered Williams and a 44-year-old man, both suffering from multiple stab wounds. Williams, who was the roommate of the suspect, Antoine Pixley, later died from his injuries. The older victim was identified as Pixley’s stepfather.

After the attack, Pixley fled the house in a vehicle but abandoned it on Gilchrist Road, leaving a knife inside. He then escaped on foot but was quickly captured by officers using a K9 unit. Pixley has been charged with murder, felonious assault, and domestic violence.

The investigation into the deadly stabbing continues as law enforcement works to piece together the full circumstances surrounding the tragedy.