Two Teens Found Dead Near Phoenix: Homicide Investigation Launched

Two Teens Found Dead in Phoenix-Area National Forest: Investigation Underway Phoenix, Arizona – May 31, 2025 – Authorities in Maricopa County are investigating the deaths of two teenagers found near Mount Ord on Tuesday, May 27. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) has confirmed the death of 18-year-old Pandora Jolsrud, while the identity of the 17-year-old victim is still being withheld. The incident is currently being investigated as a homicide. "We responded to a call off State Route 887 between Mesa and Payson," a spokesperson for the MCSO stated. "Upon arrival, we discovered the bodies of an 18-year-old and a 17-year-old." The video shows the reporter standing outside Arcadia High School, where both teens were students. A spokesperson for the Scottsdale Unified School District confirmed that the school is providing support services and counselors to students and staff following the tragedy. The school's last day was the previous week, but police were seen at the school for several hours on the day of the news report. The MCSO is urging anyone with information to contact their tip line. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released as they become available. This tragic incident underscores the importance of community support and the need for a thorough investigation to bring justice to the victims and their families.