Rising Juvenile Crime Pushes Youth Detention Center to Capacity, Sparks Hiring Efforts for YSC
With juvenile crime rising, Bernalillo County’s Youth Services Center is at capacity, struggling with staffing shortages and limited space. Officials stress the need for intervention programs and hiring efforts, including…
Jury Convicts Garley and Romero in Murder of 11-Year-Old Froylan Villegas
Nathen Garley and Jose Romero were convicted on all charges for the 2023 shooting that killed 11-year-old Froylan Villegas and paralyzed his cousin. Prosecutors say their truck was mistaken for…
BCSO Launches Anonymous Tip App to Boost Community Safety
The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office introduces tip411, an anonymous tip system for crime reporting. Through the BernalilloCo Sheriff app, users can submit tips, engage in anonymous chats with deputies, and…
Crash on Unser Blvd NW Leaves Child and Two Others Injured
Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue have responded to a crash with injuries on Unser Blvd NW and Ladera Dr NW. Reportedly, a tender-age child was…
Crime Stoppers Bulletin: Help Catch the Bus Slasher
On February 6, 2025, around 10:30 AM, a person was stabbed in the neck near a bus stop at 5338 Montgomery in Albuquerque. The victim was breathing when officers arrived.…
Deadly End: Man with Violent Criminal Past Charged in Fatal Shooting
A fatal shooting at an Albuquerque apartment complex left one man dead. Suspect Adam Roberts, 30, allegedly shot Gavin Huntsman after a night of drinking and target practice. Witnesses say…
Shooting Near Bluewater Rd NW Leaves Person Injured; Suspect Seen Fleeing in Vehicle
Around 4:00 PM, a person was shot near Bluewater Rd NW and 90th St NW. Albuquerque Fire Rescue transported her to UNM Hospital. Her condition is unknown. A vehicle was…
Motorcycle Crash Happens in NE ABQ, Rider Transported to Hospital
Albuquerque – Just after 10AM, the Albuquerque Police and Fire Departments responded to a multivehicle crash at the 1700 block of San Mateo Blvd. NE. When first responders arrived they…
Bernalillo Co. DA’s Office – Trials for the Week of February 17, 2025
The Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office is committed to the pursuit of justice. The week of February 17, 2025, there are four jury trials taking place. Defendants Nathen Garley, Jose…
President Trump Tells NM US Attorney Uballez You’re Fired!
U.S. Attorney Alex Uballez resigned at President Trump’s request, marking a transition in leadership. His tenure prioritized crime prevention, public safety, and justice reform, including violence intervention, reentry programs, and…