Overview
- Police arrested 28‑year‑old Sameer Mardanzai in the Phoenix area and booked him on multiple counts in Maricopa County court following a Surprise Police investigation.
- Detectives identified Mardanzai through search warrants and analysis of physical and digital evidence, and officers seized his cell phone at the time of arrest.
- Court records filed in Maricopa County list counts including sexual conduct with a minor and sexual exploitation of a minor, and he is being held on a $500,000 bond.
- Investigators say Mardanzai promoted parties on social media where underage attendees were given drugs and alcohol and say there may be additional victims in other jurisdictions.
- Authorities note the probe is active, media reports differ slightly on exact charge counts and arrest-day details, and police are urging anyone with information to contact the Surprise Police tip line.