The search continues for wanted Murder Suspect Joe Anderson. 

Anderson was charged with first degree murder in 2022.  In January, the District Court ruled he could be released pending trial. Monday, the New Mexico Supreme Court overruled the District Court’s decision, saying Anderson should be in custody.

After requesting the Court issue a warrant for his arrest Tuesday, Prosecutors learned   Anderson cut off his ankle monitor Tuesday afternoon.

Anderson has also previously been convicted of a separate crime of voluntary manslaughter in 2016 and has an extensive criminal history.

“This is exactly why we filed pretrial detention in this matter.  Unfortunately this individual has cut off his ankle monitor and is in the wind,” said Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman.

Law enforcement from the District Attorney’s Office, as well as other agencies, are currently looking for Anderson.

Anyone with information regarding Anderson’s whereabouts is asked to call CRIME STOPPERS AT (505) 843-STOP.  CRIME STOPPERS is offering up to a $2,500 reward for information in this case.  Anonymous tips can also be submitted at p3tips.com/531.