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Michael Bayne, 32, Found Dead in Mesa After Tempe Search

The case is now led by Mesa police following the discovery near Center Street and McKellips Road.

Overview

  • Tempe detectives located Bayne’s body on Feb. 20 in northwest Mesa, according to Mesa police spokesperson John Dreyer.
  • Mesa police say the circumstances of his death remain under investigation and no additional details are being released.
  • The Maricopa County medical examiner lists Feb. 20 as the date of death, with a report still pending.
  • Bayne was last seen on Feb. 16 near Mesquite Circle and Curry Road by Papago Park, according to a Tempe police flyer.
  • Tempe police noted an intense search and a strong community response, and the department issued condolences to Bayne’s family.