Another Day in the War Zone, Another Stolen Car
War Zone/ABQ – This morning, at around 930AM, we noticed APD’s air support was assisting ground officers in the process of capturing a stolen vehicle offender. The stolen vehicle was…
APD Identifies Felon Suspect Killed in OIS, Criminal Record Dates Back to 2003
Jorge Dominguez fled police, prompting an all-day SWAT standoff at an Albuquerque apartment, but escaped before police entered. Later found at a hotel, he tried fleeing again. SWAT deployed a…
“He Saved Lives Last Night,” APD Mourns Loss of Beloved K9 “Rebel”
Albuquerque – The Albuquerque Police Department experienced it’s first line of duty death of one of their police service dogs on May 29th, 2025 during a tense SWAT situation. The…
ABQ Officials Seen Shutting Down Another Problem Motel
Around 10 AM, city personnel responded to Barcelona Suites, likely initiating its closure due to ongoing problems and deterioration. AFR, APD, code enforcement, and other agencies were seen inspecting the…
APD Fatally Shoots Armed Felon Responsible for Death of Beloved Police K9, Eluded Capture Day Before
APD shot and killed a 39-year-old wanted felon near the Sunport after he fled a previous SWAT attempt. During his apprehension, he was bitten by K9 Rebel, who was also…
APD Involved in Shootout Near Airport, Suspect Dead
Albuquerque – According to APD, an early morning officer-involved shooting resulted in an armed suspect being shot to death. Officers were not injured in the incident. The shooting occurred at…
Sixth APD DWI Officer Pleads Guilty in Expansive DWI Case Dismissal Scandal
Former APD officer Lucas Perez admitted guilt in a federal bribery conspiracy to dismiss DWI cases in exchange for cash and gifts, involving a local attorney and paralegal. Hired in…
Man Charged After Trying to Stab Neighbor at Apartment Complex
Bruce Salasar allegedly threatened a neighbor with a knife near Altura Arms apartments, sparking a police response and SWAT standoff in Albuquerque. The victim reported a violent confrontation involving threats…
UPDATE: Baby Possibly Left in Hot Car for Five Plus Hours, No Charges Filed in Death of Baby
On Sunday, May 25th, 2025, the Albuquerque Police and Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to the 1300 block of Tres Ritos St. SW for an unresponsive 1-year-old boy. It was learned…
Shooting in Arroyo Near Apartments Leaves One Critically Injured
Around 7:30 PM, police responded to a shooting near the Chateau Apartments on Osuna Rd NE. A victim with multiple gunshot wounds was found in a ditch and transported to…