NEWS

Repeat Shoplifter Sentenced to 3 years in the Department of Corrections

October 18, 2023

A judge sentenced Vanessa Castillo to three years behind bars for repeatedly shoplifting at various Ulta Beauty Stores throughout Albuquerque. She also shoplifted at the Sunglass Hut in Uptown. This week, she pled guilty to the crimes.

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BCSO invites you and your family to join us for our first annual Trunk or Treat! This is a FREE event!

October 17, 2023

BCSO invites you and your family to join us for our first annual Trunk or Treat! This is a FREE event! We will have BCSO deputies and specialty units giving out candy and engaging with the kids in…

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Man Pleads Guilty to Multiple Crimes For His Role in the Murder of Ryan Saavedra Jr.

October 17, 2023

Today Domminick Mullen pled guilty to 2nd-degree murder, attempted armed robbery and conspiracy to commit armed robbery for his role in the murder of Ryan Saavedra Jr. On April 21, 2021, Mullen was one of five people charged…

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Man Involved in Teen’s Murder During Botched Gun Purchase — Sentenced to More Than Two Decades in Prison.

October 17, 2023

Today, a judge sentenced JaJuan Bennett to 22 years in the Department of Corrections. August 8, 2020, Bennett and three other suspects were charged with robbing and killing 16-year-old “DJ” Brandon at an ABQ park. Investigators say Brandon…

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WALK LIKE MADD Event – This Weekend at UNM’s Johnson Field

October 16, 2023

The WALK LIKE MADD event is this weekend at UNM’s Johnson Field. The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office will have a booth at the event. Our staff will be there to help bring awareness and support efforts to…

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ABQ Man Sentenced for Killing Shawn Lynch and injuring his Dog

October 16, 2023

Today, a judge sentenced Xavier Marquez to 17 years in the Department of Corrections. On September 22, 2021, Marquez shot and killed Shawn Lynch. Mr. Lynch was walking his dog when Marquez shot the dog. The two men…

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Starting the day early at the ABQ International Balloon Fiesta

October 13, 2023

Good morning, and happy Friday! We started today at the world-renowned ABQ Balloon Fiesta. It was a beautiful morning and really enjoyed catching up with friends and this fantastic event’s incredible sights and sounds. #ABQBalloonFiesta #BeautifulMorning #SightsAndSounds

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Suspect Considered Dangerous, Wanted for Federal Arrest Warrant — Back In Custody After Standoff

October 12, 2023

Today, Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s office, US Marshals, New Mexico State Police and Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested Keon Harris. Harris had a federal warrant for probation violation. Court records show he has a very…

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Bernalillo Co. DA Agents, NM State Police & Probation & Parole Arrest Man With Felony Warrant

October 11, 2023

Today, Special Agents with the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office, New Mexico State Police and Probation and Parole officers arrested Alfonso Rodriguez. Court records show Rodriguez had an outstanding felony warrant for drug possession and a history of…

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Teen Charged With Bringing Loaded Gun & Bullets To School — Detained

October 11, 2023

Today, a judge ruled Omar Martinez will remain in custody as his case goes through the judicial process. Police say the 18-year-old brought a loaded gun onto the West Mesa High School campus last week. Police found the…

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