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Man Charged with Murder in Phoenix Gas Station Shooting

1/25/2026

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Deondre Franklin, 25, is charged with murdering Danny Lyn Kaster, 52, after a Phoenix gas station shooting on January 16.
He previously faced a 2020 weapons charge that was dismissed after he met court conditions.
Authorities are investigating the case and seeking information from the public.
Franklin remains in custody on a $1 million bond, and his next court appearance is January 23.

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Story summary

Deondre Franklin, 25, is charged with murdering Danny Lyn Kaster, 52, after a Phoenix gas station shooting on January 16.
He previously faced a 2020 weapons charge that was dismissed after he met court conditions.
Authorities are investigating the case and seeking information from the public.
Franklin remains in custody on a $1 million bond, and his next court appearance is January 23.