Tuba City Man Convicted in Deadly Shooting on Navajo Nation

Derick Lee Myron faces life in prison for second-degree murder and other charges.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Derick Lee Myron, a 45-year-old man from Tuba City, Arizona, was found guilty by a jury of second-degree murder, three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, robbery, and other charges related to a 2024 shooting on the Navajo Nation that left one person dead and two others injured. Prosecutors say Myron shot and killed one person, injured two others, stole a truck, and then ran over the deceased victim before fleeing and hiding the gun and himself over the next two days.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing challenges of public safety and violent crime on tribal lands, which often face jurisdictional issues and limited law enforcement resources compared to urban areas. The conviction of Myron sends a strong message about holding perpetrators of violent acts accountable on the Navajo Nation.

The details

According to prosecutors, on April 29, 2024, Derick Lee Myron shot and killed one person and injured two others on the Navajo Nation. After the shooting, Myron stole a truck, ran over the deceased victim, and then fled the scene. Over the next two days, Myron hid the gun used in the shooting and hid himself in the Moenkopi Wash before being apprehended by authorities.

  • The shooting occurred on April 29, 2024.
  • Myron was convicted by a jury on February 5, 2026.
  • Myron's sentencing is scheduled for May 19, 2026.

The players

Derick Lee Myron

A 45-year-old man from Tuba City, Arizona, who was convicted of second-degree murder, three counts of assault with a dangerous weapon, robbery, and other charges related to a 2024 shooting on the Navajo Nation.

U.S. Attorney's Office

The federal agency that prosecuted Myron for the crimes committed on the Navajo Nation.

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What’s next

Myron faces a potential life sentence when he is sentenced on May 19, 2026.

The takeaway

This case underscores the ongoing challenges of public safety and violent crime on tribal lands, which often face jurisdictional issues and limited law enforcement resources compared to urban areas. The conviction of Myron sends a strong message about holding perpetrators of violent acts accountable on the Navajo Nation.