Attack at Tempe Community Center Was Racially Motivated, Documents Say

Intruder Arrested After Alleged Attack Leaves Six Seniors Injured at Tempe Community Center

A quiet Wednesday morning at a Tempe community hub turned violent when an intruder allegedly attacked multiple seniors, injuring six people before being subdued by security personnel. Tempe police identified the suspect as Derek Kirven, who reportedly entered the Escalante Multi-Generational Center around 11:30 a.m. despite not being a member. According to authorities, Kirven had been confronted… Source

Attack at Tempe community center was racially motivated, documents say

Police believe an attack at a Tempe community center that left several senior citizens hurt was racially motivated, based on statements the alleged suspect made to detectives following his arrest.

Man admits to targeting elderly victims by race in Tempe community center attack, court documents show

The 62-year-old suspect told police he only likes black people and intentionally targeted white and Mexican individuals.