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American Focus > Blog > Politics > Suspicious “Crucifixion” Murder – Suspect Admits He Planned to Kill 14 More Christian Leaders |
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Suspicious “Crucifixion” Murder – Suspect Admits He Planned to Kill 14 More Christian Leaders |

Last updated: June 27, 2025 6:30 am
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Adam Christopher Sheafe, 51 (Credit: Coconino County Sheriffs Office)

Shocking Jailhouse Confession Reveals Disturbing Motives Behind Pastor’s Murder

In a chilling account from behind bars, 51-year-old Adam Christopher Sheafe has confessed to the brutal murder of Pastor William “Pastor Bill” Schonemann, aged 76, who once led the New River Bible Chapel in Arizona. This gruesome act, described as a crucifixion-style killing, raises not only alarm but profound questions about the intersection of faith and fanaticism.

In an interview with True Crime Arizona, Sheafe recounted his harrowing actions, claiming he specifically targeted the pastor. He drove from Phoenix at “around two in the morning on a Sunday night,” finding Schonemann mid-Bible study before executing what he termed a “divine mission.” In a grotesque reenactment of the crucifixion, Sheafe allegedly pinned the pastor to the wall and adorned his head with a crown of thorns he gathered from nearby woods.

Sheafe described his motives as part of his so-called “Operation First Commandment,” asserting that Christian leaders were misleading their followers by worshipping “a false God.” In a remarkable twist, he claimed that his interpretation of Christianity was more authentic and that leaders like Schonemann were leading congregants astray.

As reported by ABC15, Sheafe’s delusions extend beyond a single act of violence; he revealed a hit list comprising 14 other clergy members across ten states, including cities like:

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • Sedona, AZ
  • Las Vegas, NV
  • Portland, OR
  • Seattle WA
  • Billings MT
  • Detroit, MI
  • New York, NY
  • Charlotte NC
  • Mobile AL
  • Beaumont, TX
  • El Paso, TX
  • Phoenix AZ

Presently, Sheafe faces first-degree murder charges in Maricopa County, with the looming threat of a death penalty prosecution. He has expressed a disturbing acceptance of this fate, stating, “Put me on death row, set the execution date for right now. The victims want it. The victim’s families want it. I want it, and the taxpayers want it.”

Interestingly, Sheafe professed a love for God and claimed to be “protective” of Him, all while denying any affiliation with extremist groups that might share his peculiar beliefs. His arrest involved various law enforcement agencies, including Sedona police, who connected him to a series of alleged felonies that ultimately led to his identification.

Following his arrest, Sheafe even reached out to the FBI, sharing confession details that only the perpetrator could know, demonstrating a chilling blend of pride and delusion. His criminal history extends across multiple states, raising further concerns about the effectiveness of monitoring such individuals.

Maricopa County Sheriff Jerry Sheridan, reflecting on his decades of experience, described this case as one of the most “bizarre” he has encountered.

“Will God forgive me?” Sheafe pondered. “Of course, he will forgive me. He’s a loving God. He’s a forgiving God.”

The juxtaposition of faith and violence in Sheafe’s narrative serves as a stark reminder of how deeply held beliefs can morph into dangerous ideologies, leading to tragic outcomes. As this case unfolds, it presents an unsettling look at the extremes of fanaticism and its implications on society.

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