PHOENIX - Arizona executes death row inmate; shocking case in eastern Arizona community, and more - here's a look at some of your top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Friday, October 17, 2025.

1. Richard Djerf executed

What we know:

A 61-year-old woman is accused of attacking at least one Alaska Airlines crew member during a flight to Texas.

Dig deeper:

Police said during the flight, Tracy Barkhimer was showing "erratic behavior" and allegedly struck airline employees who were attempting to calm her down.

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2. Richard Djerf executed

What we know:

Arizona has carried out its second execution in 2025 with the execution of Richard Djerf.

The backstory:

Djerf was executed for his role in a 1993 murder of four people. The victims were all members of a family in Phoenix.

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