Suspect confesses to killing Arizona pastor; admits he had more targets

The Brief

  • New River pastor Bill Schonemann was found dead inside his home north of Phoenix on April 28.
  • Since then, authorities have identified his killer as Adam Sheafe, 51.
  • Sheafe made himself available for interviews from jail, and on June 24, FOX 10 spoke to him as he confessed to the killing.

Adam Sheafe, accused of killing New River pastor Bill Schonemann, admitted on camera that he was responsible for the murder.

He says it was part of his plan to kill 14 Christian leaders in 10 states across the country.

Pastor Bill Remembered:

Before we get into the details of what was shared, it’s important to talk about the life taken.

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