Robert Schelb Jr. dies in fatal Peoria stabbing
Robert Schelb Jr. dies in fatal Peoria stabbing
Fatal Peoria stabbing death of Robert Schelb Jr.
Peoria Police are investigating the stabbing death of an 80-year-old man inside an apartment complex on the evening of May 12, 2025.
According to Peoria Police, officers responded to a welfare check request on May 13 at an apartment complex near the intersection of Grand Avenue and Peoria Avenue. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim, Robert Schelb Jr., suffering from multiple stab wounds. Medical personnel confirmed his death at the scene. Schelb Jr., described as being 80 years old, was a resident of Peoria.
Investigators are currently working to determine the exact time of the stabbing. Reports indicate the incident occurred sometime between approximately 7:00 PM on May 12 and 10:00 AM on May 13. As of now, no suspect has been identified or arrested. Detectives are actively seeking information from the public to assist in their investigation.
Anyone with potential information regarding this stabbing incident is urged to contact Peoria Police directly at (623) 773-8976 or through the Silent Witness program by calling 480-WITNESS. Authorities encourage anyone who may have relevant information to come forward promptly to aid in solving this case.
The location where the stabbing took place is pinpointed near Grand Avenue and Peoria Avenue. This area is part of the Peoria community within Maricopa County. The specific apartment complex involved was not immediately identified by law enforcement officials.
The Peoria Police Department provided this update in a recent official news release. They continue to request the community’s cooperation and assistance in gathering any information that might lead to the identification and apprehension of the individual responsible for this homicide. The investigation remains ongoing.
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