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Police identify multiple 'persons of interest' in Preston Lord homicide

Investigators in Queen Creek are encouraging anyone with info on the teenager's death to come forward.

QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. — Queen Creek police said Tuesday they've identified multiple "persons of interest" in its ongoing investigation into the death of Preston Lord.

The Valley teenager died after sustaining critical injuries during a Halloween party near 194th Street and Via Del Rancho.

VERSIÓN EN ESPAÑOL: La policía identifica a varias ‘personas de interés’ en el homicidio de Preston Lord

Police said they've received hundreds of tips since the assault occurred on Oct. 28 and are in the process of reviewing a "substantial amount" of data before making an arrest.

"Our Investigators are determined and dedicated to solving this case," Police Chief Randy Brice said in a statement. "However, we want more than just an arrest. We want to ensure that those involved are convicted of the crime."

The FBI has now gotten involved in the case and agents are working with police to offer a $10,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest. Anyone with videos or photos of the assault can submit them to the FBI here.

"For those who attended this party or saw the incident, if you are being threatened or you are scared to say something, please talk to your parents or someone you trust," Chief Brice added.

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