Popular Phoenix Chef Sentenced to Death for KILLING his Family

REPORT (12NewsAZ): This video reports on the sentencing of Anthony Milan Ross, a former social media personality who was sentenced to death in Maricopa County Superior Court for the 2017 murder of his family (0:05-0:07).

Key details regarding the case:

The Crimes: In 2017, Ross shot and killed his estranged wife, Iris, outside their apartment, followed by the murders of his 11-year-old son, Nigel, and 8-month-old daughter, Adora (0:51-1:01).

Trial Insights: Prosecutors argued that Ross’s social media persona as a “vegan chef” was a facade, asserting he was obsessed with fame and financed his lifestyle with his wife’s money before killing his family six months after she filed for divorce (1:27-1:44).

The Sentencing: While the defense cited mental health struggles including paranoia and depression, the jury ultimately delivered a death sentence (1:52-2:07). A specific question from the jury regarding the defendant’s posture during the reading of the verdict signaled to the victim’s family that a death sentence was likely (0:30-0:38).

Next Steps: Ross, now 53, is subject to an automatic appeal. Due to the legal process in Arizona, officials noted that executions often take 20 to 25 years to carry out (2:18-2:24).