Mesa, AZ mom of seven Maria Lewis, 32, fatally shot ~2:44 a.m. Feb. 28 on neighbor DuLance Morin’s (47) doorstep near Ray Rd/Inspirian Pkwy—homicide ruled, no arrests yet.
The Incident
911 welfare check found Lewis dead from gunshot; husband Albert Mendivil (inside with kids 2-12) saw lights ~30 min after her walk. No word on caller’s ID.
Morin Connection
AZ AG investigator since 2016, home’s owner “involved” per police (details withheld). On admin leave; office cooperating. Repairman removed ring cam/bloody tile post-incident; claimed “accident,” hired lawyer.
Victim Tribute
Loving mom, animal rescuer, concert fan, business owner. GoFundMe aids widower/kids; friends mourn “amazing, strict momma.”…..