Bio

Pete Carl Rogovich was born on February 21, 1966. He grew up in Maricopa County, Arizona. As a child, Rogovich struggled with various issues, including problems at school and at home. He reportedly had a difficult relationship with his parents, which might have affected his development.

There was a significant event in his life when he lost his stepfather in 1986. This loss deeply affected him. Later, he went through a breakup with his girlfriend, which added to his distress. Reports indicate that these events led to feelings of anger and frustration.

Murder Story

On March 15, 1992, Pete Carl Rogovich carried out a series of violent acts in Maricopa County, Arizona. His first victim was Terkeberhan Manna, a 24-year-old store clerk at the Super Stop Food Mart. Rogovich entered the store and shot Manna, killing him instantly.

Shortly after the first murder, Rogovich went to the Palo Verde Trailer Park. There, he encountered Phyllis Mancuso, a 62-year-old woman. He shot her and she died quickly from her injuries. Rogovich then moved to the home of Marie Pendergast, an 83-year-old resident. He shot her twice in the abdomen, and she also succumbed to her wounds. After leaving Marie’s home, Rogovich shot and killed Rebecca Carreon, 48, in her driveway.

After the series of shootings, Rogovich fled on foot. He eventually arrived at a local restaurant, where he threatened an employee at gunpoint and stole a vehicle. He then committed a robbery at a Circle K store, stealing cash before fleeing again.

Local law enforcement agencies pursued Rogovich after receiving reports of the robbery. He was eventually apprehended following a chase that included speeds over 100 miles per hour. Later, Rogovich admitted to the police that he had committed all the crimes, expressing a sense of remorse for his actions.

On March 26, 1992, the State charged Rogovich with multiple offenses, including four counts of first-degree murder. He was found guilty on all counts by a jury. The trial court sentenced him to death for three of the murders and handed down a lengthy prison sentence for the other offenses.