Janet Begaye was 37 when her body was found in a canal in Phoenix near 32nd Street and McDowell Road in the early morning hours of July 5, 2022. The Phoenix Police Department determined she died of a gunshot wound and ruled the death a homicide.

Begaye, a Navajo woman and mother of four who lived in Glendale, was described by family as a devoted mother who rarely went far from home. Her presence in Phoenix that morning is unexplained. Her white 2009 Chevrolet Impala, purse and wallet were reported missing after the killing.

Family members made public pleas for information in the days and weeks after her body was found. No arrests have been publicly announced and authorities have not released information about suspects or a motive. If anyone knew Janet, saw her car, or has information about her movements in early July 2022, please come forward.