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JURY FINDS MAN GUILTY OF SEXUALLY ASSAULTING 15-YEAR-OLD GIRL MULTIPLE TIMES. THE DEFENDANT PRETENDED TO BE THE VICTIM'S UNCLE AFTER THE CHILD WAS BROUGHT TO NEW MEXICO FROM HONDURAS -
Today, a jury found Alberto Carpio-Villanueva guilty of 8 crimes, including three counts of Criminal Sexual Penetration of a Minor, one Count of Child Exploitation (manufacturing), two counts of Child Abuse, and two counts of Intimidation of a Witness.
BACKGROUND: The victim was brought to New Mexico from Honduras when she was just 15 years old. Villanueva pretended to be her uncle, then raped her repeatedly from April 2021 until June 2021.
The case was prosecuted by Savannah Brandenburg-Koch, who heads the Special Victims Unit for the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office, and Senior Trial Attorney Sarah Burton.
“This office will continue to be relentless when it comes to standing up for survivors and victims,” said Sam Bregman, the Bernalillo County District Attorney. Carpio-Villanueva faces up to 69 years in prison for his crimes.
The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is hosting a timely and important conversation on Wednesday, March 11 featuring Sam Bregman, District Attorney for Bernalillo County.
This presentation will cover our community’s latest crime trends, ongoing crime-fighting initiatives, and the policies that must be enacted to make New Mexico a safer place for everyone.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged on the issues impacting our community.
🎟️ For tickets, please see the link below.
greaterabq.com/chamber-hosts-crimestat-luncheon.../
Well Done Jerry!
After three decades of public service, Jerry Treich is retiring. Licensed to practice law in 1988 and a proud graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Law, Jerry began his career with the 13th Judicial District Attorney’s Office in 1990 before joining the Second Judicial District Attorney’s Office in 1997. After a period in private practice training law enforcement statewide, he returned to the Second Judicial District Attorney’s Office in 2011 — where he spent much of his career serving the people of Bernalillo County.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to justice and the people of New Mexico. Wishing you a well-earned retirement!
The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce is hosting a timely and important conversation on Wednesday, March 11 featuring Sam Bregman, District Attorney for Bernalillo County.
This presentation will cover our community’s latest crime trends, ongoing crime-fighting initiatives, and the policies that must be enacted to make New Mexico a safer place for everyone.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and engaged on the issues impacting our community.
🎟️ For tickets, please see the link below.
greaterabq.com/chamber-hosts-crimestat-luncheon-on-march-11-with-sam-bregman/
It’s great having a supportive leader!
At last night’s Albuquerque Journal Town Hall, District Attorney Sam Bregman closed the evening with a message about the more than 300 people who work at the Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office. Check it out!
🚨 IF YOU HAVE A WARRANT — OUR AGENTS ARE LOOKING FOR YOU🚨
This week, Special Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office arrested Desiree Duran on two separate outstanding violent felony warrants.
One warrant stemmed from charges of:
• Aggravated Assault (Deadly Weapon) – 2 Counts
The second warrant, from a separate incident, included charges of:
• Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Household Member)
• Battery Against a Household Member
• Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (Non-Household Member)
• Criminal Damage to Property Under $1,000
Duran was taken into custody without incident.
If you have an outstanding warrant, our agents are actively working to locate you.
#BernalilloCounty #WarrantArrest #CommunitySafety #BerncoDA
📺 Town Hall Overview
In case you missed it — the Albuquerque Journal hosted a town hall with Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, where he addressed major issues impacting our community, including public safety, the court system, juvenile crime, and homelessness. Check out the full discussion and stay informed!
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🚨 Live Town Hall with District Attorney Sam Bregman – Watch Tonight at 5:00 p.m.
The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office invites the community to tune in to a live public Town Hall hosted by the Albuquerque Journal Editorial Board featuring Sam Bregman, Bernalillo County District Attorney.
🗓 Tonight – March 2
🕔 5:00 p.m.
⚠️ Seating is no longer available, but you can watch the full conversation live via the Albuquerque Journal livestream.
www.abqjournal.com/community-leaders-town-hall-series
The discussion will cover key community issues, including crime and public safety, the court system, homelessness and addiction, and legislative priorities.
Don’t miss this important community conversation — tune in live at 5:00 p.m.
The Black Law Students Association hosted its Judges & Attorneys Panel as part of Black History Month programming. Bernalillo County Chief Deputy District Attorney Josh Boone (pictured second from the left) took part in the panel.
Panelists shared their career journeys and offered insight into the role of prosecutors and the legal profession. They also provided advice on navigating law school, seeking mentorship, and stepping into leadership roles. The conversation created space for candid dialogue about service, impact, and building community within the legal field.