Phoenix man tells multiple stories about girlfriend’s death at a baseball field. Her father says it was an ‘act of power and control’

Jayden Frost faces a maximum of three years and nine months in prison after pleading guilty to negligent homicide in the death of Margaret Williams. The sentencing hearing began on October 20, 2026, in Phoenix, where the victim’s family expressed deep frustration with the legal outcome.

As reported by Court TV, Frost, 21, admitted to the aggravating factor of causing emotional harm to the victim’s family. This admission allows the judge to set a sentence up to the maximum term, though the family believes the charges do not reflect the reality of what happened to the 20-year-old victim.

Frost offered various, conflicting stories to police for over a year regarding the events of December 6, 2024. He initially claimed he and Williams visited a baseball field together, but he left her alone between 11 PM and 11:30 PM to charge his phone. Frost told investigators he returned about an hour later to find her missing. He then claimed he called a friend for a ride, returned to the field the next morning, and discovered the victim on her back.

Frost continues to tell more about his truth

The story shifted later when Frost admitted he and Williams were at the field for what he described as rough consensual sex. According to a police affidavit, he claimed he woke up to find foam coming out of her mouth. Frost stated he realized she was dead and became scared, which led him allegedly calling a friend and stage the scene about not being able to find her. They eventually called 911 after returning to the field and finding animals around the body.

The victim’s family remains firm in the belief that Frost is responsible for an intentional crime. Danielle Williams, the stepmother, told the court that the event was not an accident or neglect. She characterized the death as an intentional act to take a life. Her father, Michael Williams, provided a more specific motive during his statement.

The victim’s father knew more

He argued that Frost killed his daughter after learning she allegedly intended to end their relationship. He stated, “Without a doubt, Jayden Frost committed the ultimate act of power and control over my daughter that night.” Michael Williams also noted that other women had previously accused Frost of choking them, adding that Frost had experience with non-consensual strangulation attempts.

Curtis Williams, the brother of the victim, spoke about the lasting impact the details of the death have had on him. He mentioned that his sister was nearly completely deaf and faced behavioral issues as an adult. He told the court that he often tries to remember good times with his sister, but the image of the crime scene cuts in and takes over his thoughts.

Under current Arizona law, negligent homicide qualifies as a probation-eligible offense. This means Frost could potentially be released on probation after the sentencing hearing on Friday. The family is asking Judge Patricia Starr to impose the maximum sentence of 3 3/4 years. The courtroom displayed photos of Margaret Williams on easels as the proceedings continued, highlighting the loss felt by those who knew her.

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