UPDATE:
Wilcox Police have identified the victim as Gerardo Carreno-Rojas, a 54-year-old man from California.
WPD interviewed someone who identified themselves as a witness.
Following further questioning, WPD says the witness then admitted to stabbing Rojas.
Officers recovered the murder weapon which was found on the suspect.
The suspect was then booked into the Cochise County Jail and charged with first-degree murder.
The victims family has been notified, and the investigation is still ongoing.
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The Willcox Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place at Keiller Park early Sunday morning.
In a statement posted to the City of Willcox’s official Facebook page, the city urged the public to avoid the park area while detectives process the scene.
Officials have not released details about the victim, possible suspects or the circumstances leading up to the incident.
Investigators are asking anyone with information to contact the Willcox Police Department at 520-384-4673.
This is a developing story. KGUN9 will provide additional updates as the investigation continues.
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