SURPRISE, AZ – In a courtroom filled with anguish, the mother of a murder victim expressed her heartbreak as her daughter’s accused killer faced the judge for the first time. The case has shocked the community, revealing a tragic story of a woman trying to escape a dangerous relationship, only to have her life cut short by the very man she was leaving.
Court documents detail the tumultuous relationship between Allison and Brandon Gregory, who were in the process of divorcing. On a fateful Wednesday afternoon, a heated argument erupted in their home. Brandon later admitted to police that he brutally beat Allison to death with a baseball bat, a confession that sent shockwaves through those who knew the couple.
The victim’s mother, who had flown into town to assist her daughter with moving out, reported Allison missing when she failed to arrive at the airport. The family was devastated to learn about the gruesome details of Allison’s death. The couple’s home was up for sale, and the transaction was scheduled to close soon, adding another layer of tragedy to an already heartbreaking situation.
After the murder, Brandon Gregory attempted to conceal his crime. He wrapped Allison’s body in carpet, hid it in the garage, and eventually placed it in the back of her SUV. He then abandoned his truck at a nearby business, taking an Uber back to the house. His journey northwest, tracked by GPS data from Allison’s vehicle, showed a chilling path. Along the way, he discarded her phone and Apple Watch at a gas station, before arriving at Burrow Creek Campground in Mojave County.
It was there that police apprehended Brandon, finding Allison’s body still in the vehicle with him. The arrest brought a sense of relief and justice, yet it could not erase the pain felt by Allison’s family and friends. The aftermath of this tragedy leaves a family shattered, with two daughters now facing a future without their mother.
Investigators also discovered that Brandon had attempted to clean the crime scene before fleeing. The murder weapon was found hidden in bushes at the campground, alongside an apology letter addressed to his daughters, pleading for their forgiveness.
The community is left to grapple with the senseless nature of this crime, as they mourn the loss of a woman who fought valiantly for her freedom. The impact of this tragedy will be felt for years to come, as those who loved Allison strive to honor her memory while seeking justice.