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Victims Services

Our services provide victims with the resources and support to navigate through the criminal justice system.

Justice Reform

Our Office continues to fight for transparency, accountability and
transformations within our criminal justice system.

Initiatives

Using data-driven strategies, our team implements cutting-edge
approaches to fight crime and keep our community safe.

Community Action

Our community based programs are designed to meet the specific needs
of Bernalillo County, promoting a stronger and safer society.

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Bernco DA Agents, BCSO Arrest Man Wanted for Being a Felon In Possession of Gun, Drug Trafficking

Today Special Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office and Deputies with the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office arrested Alfredo Ojeda for an outstanding Felony Warrant stemming from two counts of Felon in Possession of…

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Albuquerque, NM – The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office is partnering with nearly two dozen agencies to help connect people to resources like food, shelter, employment, and healthcare. What: End of Summer Resource Fair When:…

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Today Ryan Mathis was sentenced to five years in the Department of Corrections followed by five years of supervised probation. In June, Mathis pled guilty to Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, and False Imprisonment. The crimes happened in January of 2022. ... See MoreSee Less

Today Ryan Mathis was sentenced to five years in the Department of Corrections followed by five years of supervised probation.  In June, Mathis pled guilty to Aggravated Battery, Aggravated Assault, and False Imprisonment. The crimes happened in January of 2022.

Today a judge sentenced Timothy Chavez to 13 years in the Department of Corrections.
In 2018, he shot Ronnie Ross, a homeless man. Chavez was 15 years old at the time of the murder. In 2021, he pled guilty to the crime.
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Today a judge sentenced Timothy Chavez to 13 years in the Department of Corrections.
In 2018, he shot Ronnie Ross, a homeless man.  Chavez was 15 years old at the time of the murder. In 2021, he pled guilty to the crime.

The Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office is a big supporter of Crime Stoppers. Today the organization held it's 10th Annual Heroes Luncheon honoring law enforcement.
The nonprofit program started right here in Albuquerque more than four decades ago to help solve a homicide case. Today, the Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers model is replicated throughout the United States and in 20 countries.
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The Bernalillo County District Attorneys Office is a big supporter of Crime Stoppers.  Today the organization held its 10th Annual Heroes Luncheon honoring law enforcement. 
The nonprofit program started right here in Albuquerque more than four decades ago to help solve a homicide case.  Today, the Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers model is replicated  throughout the United States and in 20 countries.

The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office is partnering with nearly two dozen agencies to help connect people to resources like food, shelter, employment, and healthcare.

What: End of Summer Resource Fair
When: Saturday, September 23rd from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Where: Emerson Elementary School, 620 Georgia St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

The Resource Fair is an event where families and individuals can meet one-on-one with representatives from a variety of agencies in the Albuquerque area.

These organizations can provide guidance and assistance to help people looking for resources from healthcare, food assistance, senior care, veteran services and even after-school programs.

The event is free! Free hot dogs and hamburgers will also be provided to attendees.

Here is the list of organizations participating in the Resource Fair hosted by the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office and Cuidad de Gracia.

NM Reentry Center
Youth Development Incorporated (YDI)
Ideal Option
Paws and Stripes
New Mexicans to Prevent Gun Violence
Crossroads for Women
ID Food Hub
Children's Medical Services
San Pedro Library
Keshet Dance Center
ABQ Adult Learning Center
ABQ Hope and Recovery
Army National Guard
AMIKids
CNM
First Nations Community Health
NM Department of Senior Affairs
DVR Vocational
Crime Stoppers
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The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office is partnering with nearly two dozen agencies to help connect people to resources like food, shelter, employment, and healthcare.

What:  End of Summer Resource Fair 
When: Saturday, September 23rd from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM 
Where:  Emerson Elementary School, 620 Georgia St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87106 

The Resource Fair is an event where families and individuals can meet one-on-one with representatives from a variety of agencies in the Albuquerque area. 

These organizations can provide guidance and assistance to help people looking for resources from healthcare, food assistance, senior care, veteran services and even after-school programs.  

The event is free! Free hot dogs and hamburgers will also be provided to attendees.

Here is the list of organizations participating in the Resource Fair hosted by the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office and Cuidad de Gracia.  

NM Reentry Center
Youth Development Incorporated (YDI) 
Ideal Option
Paws and Stripes
New Mexicans to Prevent Gun Violence
Crossroads for Women
ID Food Hub
Childrens Medical Services
San Pedro Library
Keshet Dance Center
ABQ Adult Learning Center
ABQ Hope and Recovery
Army National Guard
AMIKids
CNM
First Nations Community Health
NM Department of Senior Affairs 
DVR Vocational 
Crime Stoppers

Special Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office arrested Ted King. Court records show Ted had three outstanding warrants on cases involving aggravated stalking, harassment, embezzlement of motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia. Investigators say Ted, on average, sent 50-100 text messages daily to an ex-girlfriend asking for forgiveness, verbal abuse, threats of self-harm and threats of violence towards her and police. As a result of his case Mr. King was allowed to participate in the Community Custody Program while under GPS monitoring, in which he failed to comply and cut off his ankle monitor. ... See MoreSee Less

Special Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorneys Office arrested Ted King. Court records show Ted had three outstanding warrants on cases involving aggravated stalking, harassment, embezzlement of motor vehicle and possession of drug paraphernalia. Investigators say Ted, on average, sent 50-100 text messages daily to an ex-girlfriend asking for forgiveness, verbal abuse, threats of self-harm and threats of violence towards her and police. As a result of his case Mr. King was allowed to participate in the Community Custody Program while under GPS monitoring, in which he failed to comply and cut off his ankle monitor.Image attachment

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Bernalillo officers hold kids,mom,dad,at gun point simply because they are rushing their dying dog to the vet!! disgusting behavior from disgusting officers! youtu.be/JtTknzR4j7g?si=DFeH5ozWhJHbBBRd

I want to thank the DAs Office and especially Sam Bregman for the aggressive operations against crime. Wish the City of Albuquerque would adopt some of these tactics. Way to go Sam!

This Guy!

Him: damnit Ice Cube...today was not a good day 😅 ok that's enough social media for today ha

Today a judge ruled Pablo Abreu-Pena will remain in custody as his case goes through the judicial system.
In August, Albuquerque police tried to arrest Abreu-Pena when they say he pointed a gun at police.
Officers opened fire, shooting and wounding him. Abreu-Pena is charged with aggravated assault on a peace officer and multiple other criminal charges. Court records show he also has a criminal warrant out of Nevada.
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Today a judge ruled Pablo Abreu-Pena will remain in custody as his case goes through the judicial system.
In August, Albuquerque police tried to arrest Abreu-Pena when they say he pointed a gun at police. 
Officers opened fire, shooting and wounding him.   Abreu-Pena is charged with aggravated assault on a peace officer and multiple other criminal charges.  Court records show he also has a criminal warrant out of Nevada.

Brianna Garcia was sentenced to 30 years behind bars.
This month, she pled guilty to multiple charges for her role in the death of Anjel Varela.
In January 2022, Anjel Varela was found shot to death in the driver's seat of his vehicle in the parking lot of an Albuquerque apartment complex. Earlier that day, Garcia devised a plan to rob Varela over drugs and coordinated with three other people to complete the robbery. Varela was killed during that robbery.
Court records also show Garcia has also been arrested multiple times for shoplifting.
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Brianna Garcia was sentenced to 30 years behind bars.
This month, she pled guilty to multiple charges for her role in the death of Anjel Varela.
In January 2022, Anjel Varela was found shot to death in the drivers seat of his vehicle in the parking lot of an Albuquerque apartment complex. Earlier that day, Garcia devised a plan to rob Varela over drugs and coordinated with three other people to complete the robbery.  Varela was killed during that robbery.
Court records also show Garcia has also been arrested multiple times for shoplifting.

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Lock her up!

We should strive to sentence all homicide offenders to 30 years at minimum.

Our Metro Court attorneys have been busy prosecuting drunk drivers.
Today, three people were convicted of Driving While Intoxicated.

Last week, three people were convicted of DWI and in another case, a jury found a man guilty of Aggravated DWI - his third offense.

Metro prosecutors don't give up. Recently they fought and convicted a man of DWI after the defense kept resetting the case -- 18 times! The attorneys and staff are dedicated to making Bernalillo County Streets Safer.
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Our Metro Court attorneys have been busy prosecuting drunk drivers.
Today, three people were convicted of Driving While Intoxicated. 

Last week, three people were convicted of DWI and in another case, a jury found a man guilty of Aggravated DWI - his third offense.

Metro prosecutors dont give up. Recently they fought and convicted a man of DWI after the defense kept resetting the case -- 18 times! The attorneys and staff are dedicated to making Bernalillo County Streets Safer.
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