Hartsock also pointed out that APD has been working on increasing staffing and getting better technology along with focusing on detective training. Market data provided by Factset. Why is violent crime going up in Albuquerque? 3 Mar. Legal Statement. Now, the APD is about 200 officers short of being fully staffed, he adds. Police are probing whether he was also involved in the murder. Rather, homicides were often simply disputes that spun out of control. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. This undated file photo released by the City of Espaola shows Muhammad Afzaal Hussain, 27, a planning and land use director who was killed in Albuquerque, N.M., on Aug. 1, 2022. Both the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office and APD say there continues to be challenges to preventing and solving violent crimes. Albuquerque police release body camera video of murder suspect being arrested. Albuquerque police have detained and charged a man they say is the primary suspect in the killings of four Muslim men, Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina tweeted Tuesday. Bregman said he hoped the plea would bring some closure to the family, who was in court Thursday. All rights reserved. He said public behavior has changed dramatically in the last two years. (Albuquerque Police Department via AP, File), Albuquerque police release body camera video of murder suspect being arrested. It looks like nobody cares, Thomson says. Legal Statement. Fox News' Danielle Wallace and The Associated Press contributed to this report. A ShotSpotter activation showed 13 gunshots were fired, following by additional rounds, in the area of 417 Rhode Island Street, police documents show. At the end of December 2022, the Medina, the Albuquerque police chief, said he believes the pandemic also is to blame for nationwide spikes in homicides, suicides, drug overdoses and traffic crashes. KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News, Albuquerque News, New Mexico News, Weather, and Videos. Just having a police car patrolling in a neighborhood on a regular basis acts as a deterrent, he says. The official website for the City of Albuquerque. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. 2023 The City of Albuquerque. According to the Albuquerque Journal, 27-year-old Muhammed Afzaal Hussain was shot and killed on Aug. 1, while 41-year-old Aftab Hussein was killed on July 26. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. In the first three quarters of 2021, Albuquerque had 111 violent crimes per 10,000 people, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Syed is accused of waiting "behind a bush" for Hussein to park his car before ambushing him, according to court documents. Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh was convicted of murder Thursday in the Shots were fired at his SUV around 4 p.m., striking him in the head and the arm. Shaheen Syed, left, possibly helped his father, Muhammad Syed, right, surveillance one of his alleged victims. But so far, 2021 homicides have been occurring further east. Thats why we are pushing forward so fiercely. NIBRS is the most current national framework for reporting crime and replaces the FBIs Summary Reporting System (SRS). 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. John Anderson, Shaheen Syeds attorneysaid in court filings that the allegations against his client were "thin and speculative.". His attorney had raised issues of the boys competency early on, saying the teen needed counseling and treatment for mental health issues. Albuquerque has had more than one homicide over beer pong, she says to illustrate her point. Story tips can be sent to stephanie.pagones@fox.com and on Twitter: @steph_pagones. Story tips and ideas can be sent to Paul.Best@fox.com and on Twitter: @KincaidBest. Just days after the most recent murder of a Muslim man rocked a community already on edge, Albuquerque Mayor Tim Keller said the City is extending its police efforts beyond the investigation into the slayings and person or people behind them. Police believe three recent murders and a murder that happened on Nov. 7, 2021, could be potentially connected. The rise in fentanyl deals may also contribute, according to Hartsock. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. (City of Espaola via AP, File). The lie that people are told is that drug crimes are nonviolent, Huffmyer says. Market data provided by Factset. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) A 14-year-old New Mexico boy accused of shooting and killing a classmate in 2021 has pleaded no contest to a charge of second In the first three quarters of 2021, Albuquerque had 111 violent crimes per 10,000 people, according to FBI data. (U.S. District Court/AP). Both were also Muslim and from Pakistan. An Albuquerque man, Richard Saravia, has pled guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and criminal property damage following a 2021 road rage incident. Legal Statement. The boy will remain in state custody until hes 21, the maximum sentence allowed for a child under New Mexico law. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) The man who was murdered outside of a Nob Hill home over the weekend has been identified. Across the country, many police departments are reporting an increase in homicides. (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Court documents filed in federal court provided more details about Naeem Hussain's killing, saying it appeared he had been followed to Lutheran Family Services, the resettlement agency, following funeral services for two of the other shooting victims. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. That put Albuquerque in the top 10 most violent cities with populations over 100,000 people. Stephanie Pagones is a Digital Reporter for FOX Business and Fox News. Albuquerque recorded 76 murders in 2020, four fewer than in 2019. The car in question, a four-door dark gray or silver-colored Volkswagen sedan, bears tinted windows and is possibly a Jetta. but officials have called him the "most likely" suspect in the murders of Naeem Hussain and 62-year-old Muhammad Zahir. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. , New Mexico man accused of sex crime against student, One person dead, another hospitalized in SE ABQ shooting, Case dismissed for teen accused of taking gun to, Dancing in the Cave at the University of New Mexico, Whats happening around New Mexico Feb. 24 Mar. (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). We know this from exit interviews of officers who have retired or left departments, he says. Syeds attorney argued that prosecutors gave no indication of the size of the area that his phone was in relative to the shooting. ALBUQUERQUE POLICE REQUEST ASSISTANCE IN IDENTIFYING VEHICLE OF INTEREST IN MURDERS OF FOUR MUSLIM MEN. However, with a record homicide rate in 2021 (88 according to the City of Albuquerque, as of October 1), the four year-average under Mayor Tim Keller is on track to surpass the previous administrations homicide rate by 65%. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Four men in total all Muslims from South Asia were ambushed, shot, and killed in Albuquerque since November 2021. In recent years, the data showed that inane, petty disputes increasingly sparked killings. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. An Afghan refugee who was already facing two murder charges for the recent slayings of two Muslim men in Albuquerque, New Mexico, was indicted on a third count Friday for allegedly killing another man who had just attended funeral services for the other two victims on Aug. 5. Market data provided by Factset. ALBUQUERQUE MURDER SUSPECT TRIES TO SPEAK IN COURT; FAMILY REPORTEDLY SAYS HE WAS HOME AT TIME OF SLAYINGS. This list will be updated as new information becomes available. KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News, Albuquerque News, New Mexico News, Weather, and Videos. The record was broken that year and again in 2022. In 2018, the Albuquerque Police Department began reporting crime statistics using the Federal Bureau of Investigations National Incident-Based Reporting 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. 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ALBUQUERQUE MURDER SUSPECT SAID HE WAS GOING TO TEXAS TO FIND NEW HOME, REFERENCED 'SHOOTING OF MUSLIMS': COPS. 3 Mar. APD Homicide List for WEB SITE (as of 17MAY2021).pdf An Albuquerque man, Richard Saravia, has pled guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and criminal property damage following a 2021 road rage incident. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. Theyre up to 16 detectives and two sergeants, a number Liz Thomson says is a reasonable amount to handle Albuquerques homicide caseload. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, The bill narrowly passed the House and is poised to be considered by the full Senate. To some extent, data supports Medinas claim. Other U.S. cities also saw increases in homicide numbers over the past year. In 2019, there were only 22 homicides by April 18. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) A 14-year-old New Mexico boy accused of shooting and killing a classmate in 2021 has pleaded no contest to a charge of second-degree murder, prosecutors said Thursday. , One person dead, another hospitalized in SE ABQ shooting, Dancing in the Cave at the University of New Mexico, Whats happening around New Mexico Feb. 24 Mar. But this year also brought homicides at hotels near Los Altos neighborhood near Lomas and Wyoming, a few on the West Side, and a couple of homicides near the Heights. People see a camera and they feel better, but cameras dont necessarily prevent crime, she says. (Adolphe Pierre-Louis/Albuquerque Journal via AP). Liz Thomson, a retired APD homicide sergeant says the department saw a fair number of people shooting each other over relatively small amounts of drugs. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.(KRQE) There were more than 100 homicides in Albuquerque this year. Legal Statement. The guns were seized during a search of the family's home; and testing determined bullet casings found at the July 25 and Aug. 1 shootings matched the rifle that belonged to Muhammad Syed. Information about Albuquerque crime statistics: https://www.cabq.gov/police/crime-statistics, https://www.cabq.gov/@@site-logo/seal-small.png, Documents Related to APD Settlement Agreement, Documents Related to APD's Settlement Agreement, McClendon v. City of Albuquerque Settlement, Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Backlog Reduction Project. For years, Albuquerque has had a problem with unsightly property, as reported by KRQE special assignment reporter Gabrielle Burkhart in 2017. This is a nationwide trend. (Adolphe Pierre-Louis/Albuquerque Journal via AP), "We are just completely shocked," she said, "and still trying to comprehend and understand what happened, how and why.". In the first three quarters of 2021, Albuquerque had 111 violent crimes per 10,000 people, according to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). There is no doubt that we face a tough road ahead. He said in an email to The Associated Press that Albuquerque is in a better position now than most cities because of continued investments in public safety and new violence intervention programs. Hartsock attributed a higher solve rate to good detective work and communication among APD. What can be done in the meantime is increase police patrols in those areas. This year, Albuquerque police have investigated more homicides than any time in the last 35 years. It isnt violent for you to just sit and smoke weed, but do you have any idea how that got here? he asks. https://www.cabq.gov/police/documents/apd-homicide-list-for-web-site-as-of-17may2021.pdf/view, https://www.cabq.gov/@@site-logo/seal-small.png, Documents Related to APD Settlement Agreement, Documents Related to APD's Settlement Agreement, McClendon v. City of Albuquerque Settlement, Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Backlog Reduction Project. KRQE News 13 previously reported that the citys homicide rate was outpacing previous years and that the crimes tend to happen in certain parts of the city. All rights reserved. In fact, the Albuquerque Police Department counted 10 more homicides than in 2021, the previous record-setting year. Huffmyer explains that because crime data from different jurisdictions and different times fall under different reporting standards, the data that does exist comes from a flawed collection method. On top of that, the sociology of crime is complex, to put it lightly. New Mexicos violent crime rate (also estimated) far outpaces our neighbors. Homicides are generally concentrated in communities that have chronically high levels of firearm violence, disparities, racial and ethnic disparities, segregation, underemployment, [and] poverty, says Christopher Lyons, a professor of sociology at the University of New Mexico. WebOn Tuesday, Albuquerque police announced that they had arrested a suspect in the recent murders of three South Asian Muslim men, which may be connected to another killing last year. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) A 14-year-old New Mexico boy accused of shooting and killing a classmate in 2021 has pleaded no contest to a charge of second-degree murder, prosecutors said Thursday. 2023 FOX News Network, LLC. Shaheen Syed was charged last week with lying about his address when he purchased two guns in 2021. By this time last year, there were only 18. ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) New Mexico is no stranger to violent crime, but so far this years homicide count is outpacing the average of the last two years by about 75%. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Theres a lot of evidence out there that the environment and what it says has a lot to do with crime, she says. SON OF AFGHAN ALLEGED GUNMAN IN Without fail, they all said, weve been hamstrung; weve been effectively neutered from being able to do our job.'. Hartsock also notes that the department instituted regular check-ins on open murder cases to help come up with new ideas into investigations. KRQE News 13 reported that 2022 federal fentanyl busts around Albuquerque have been among the largest ever. "The evidence that agents have been able to gather thus far in this rapidly unfolding investigation is obviously alarming with respect to the defendants short and frequent communications with his father both before and after the murder of Naeem Hussain," the motion stated. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. A spokesperson for the Islamic Center of New Mexico did not respond to Fox News Digitals request for comment. It changed the Hargrove family forever and devastated hundreds of children, parents, school faculty and the community.. (Albuquerque Police Department via AP, File). The Syed family home is a few minutes drive from both the Islamic Center and Lutheran Family Services. That put Albuquerque in the top 10 most violent SON OF AFGHAN ALLEGED GUNMAN IN NEW MEXICO KILLINGS OF MUSLIM MEN POSSIBLY ASSISTED MURDER PLOT: FEDS, Shaheen Syed, left, possibly helped his father, Muhammad Syed, right, surveillance one of his alleged victims. (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). Anderson also included a photo of a Florida drivers license issued to Shaheen Syed in 2021, contradicting prosecutors' claims that he misrepresented himself as a Florida resident while making a purchase at an Albuquerque gun store. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. ", This undated file photo released by the City of Espaola shows Muhammad Afzaal Hussain, 27, a planning and land use director who was killed in Albuquerque, N.M., on Aug. 1, 2022. 3 Mar. , VIDEO: Giant I-40 light poles sway in strong ABQ, Taxidermy birds used to make drones at New Mexico, PHOTOS: Storm leaves parts of state covered in snow, PHOTOS: Winter storm moves through NM leaving snow, PHOTOS: Storm causes snowy, icy roads across New, Map: New Mexico Veterans Monuments and Memorials, 13 Broadcast Pl SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Both men were killed He was originally arrested on Aug. 9. So ultimately, there are no easy answers to explain why New Mexico is such a violent place. Data from FBI UCR Program. Legal Statement. (Albuquerque Police Department via AP, File). Shaheen Syed, 21, pictured in a 2021 Florida drivers license photo included in court documents. Legal Statement. In the most recent murder, 25-year-old Naeem Hussain was shot and killed in the parking lot of Lutheran Family Services, a resettlement agency. , VIDEO: Giant I-40 light poles sway in strong ABQ, Taxidermy birds used to make drones at New Mexico, PHOTOS: Storm leaves parts of state covered in snow, PHOTOS: Winter storm moves through NM leaving snow, PHOTOS: Storm causes snowy, icy roads across New, Map: New Mexico Veterans Monuments and Memorials, 13 Broadcast Pl SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Still, when it comes to identifying potential causes, the things that have held to be true, he says, are things such as poverty, things like the disintegration of a traditional family structure, [and] substance abuse.. All rights reserved. Additionally, APD has added new detectives to the homicide unit. After Hussain was fatally shot, Shaheen Syeds phone moved to an area closer to the crime scene, according to the motion. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Tuesday marked four days since police received word of their most recent murder. Muhammad Afzaal Hussain, a 27-year-old local city planner, was shot and killed on Aug. 1. All Rights Reserved. The City assumes no responsibility for the content of the material contained at that site or for the accuracy of any information that is found there. (Credit: Albuquerque Police Department). Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. What should I do if I am stopped by a police officer? KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News, Albuquerque News, New Mexico News, Weather, and Videos. All rights reserved. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. Police, however, are still being tight-lipped about any possible suspects. Muhammad Syed is scheduled to appear before a state district judge Wednesday as prosecutors seek to have him detained without bond pending trial on the two counts of murder. A ShotSpotter activation showed 13 gunshots were fired. That count exceeds the 2021 record of 110 homicides counted by APD. The 311 service is a single telephone number for all non-emergency City of Albuquerque inquiries and services. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, Albuquerque is just known for abandoned cars, abandoned property.. Fox News's Stephanie Pagones contributed to this report. So far this year, there has been an uptick in the number of homicides at motels and hotels. You've successfully subscribed to this newsletter! On Sunday,the Albuquerque Police Department released images of a vehicle that they believe to have been used for transport in the four murders. Naeem Hussain, a Muslim man from Pakistan, was discovered fatally woundedin the area of Truman Street and Grand Avenue just before midnight on Friday, police said. The FBI is assisting in the murder investigations. But the deputy commander speculated that there are many factors possibly contributing: A larger number of guns on the street, lingering effects of the pandemic, and the ease of finding victims on social media, among others. Albuquerque, however, has seen a bigger rise in homicides than many similarly-sized cities, according to data from the Major Cities Chiefs Association, a group that represents police executives in large cities across the US. But, Nicholas Huffmyer, a captain at the Bernalillo County Sheriffs Office, says that drugs and violence are inevitably linked. Ahmadi was from Afghanistan, police said. 443.0 KB, For non-emergency police calls, call 505-242-COPS. This file photo released Tuesday, Aug. 9, 2022, by the Albuquerque Police Department shows Muhammad Syed. View the sitemap for the City of Albuquerque website. Market data provided by Factset. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Homicide List as of 17 May 2021. 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In December of last year, Kyle Hartsock, the deputy commander overseeing the departments Criminal Investigations Division spoke about why on KRQE News 13s podcast. Although the FBI updates its data bases regularly it does not update published reports. And before then, 41-year-old Aftab Hussein was fatally wounded on July 26, 2022. KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News, Albuquerque News, New Mexico News, Weather, and Videos. Statistics released by Chicago police over the weekend listed 797 homicides 25 more than were recorded in 2020 and the most since 1996. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. The most recent murder took place on Friday evening, when Naeem Hussain, from Pakistan, was discovered fatally woundedin the area of Truman Street and Grand Avenue. Mutual Fund and ETF data provided by Refinitiv Lipper. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Lawmakers are once again considering a similar measure that would criminalize negligent gun storage in cases where a child brandishes the weapon or uses it to hurt someone. Albuquerque Community Connect Camera Registry and Integration. ALBUQUERQUE MURDER SUSPECT TRIES TO SPEAK IN COURT; FAMILY REPORTEDLY SAYS HE WAS HOME AT TIME OF SLAYINGS. Get all the stories you need-to-know from the most powerful name in news delivered first thing every morning to your inbox. MURDERS IN ALBUQUERQUE MUSLIM COMMUNITY: NEW MEXICO OFFICIALS OFFERING $20K REWARD FOR INFO LEADING TO KILLER, Altaf Hussain cries over the grave of his brother Aftab Hussein at Fairview Memorial Park in Albuquerque, N.M., on Friday, Aug. 5, 2022. The average has risen in the past few years, according to federal crime data. The four menall Muslimand from South Asia were ambushed, shot, and killed in Albuquerque since November 2021. Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers announced a $20,000 reward for information leading to a suspect, and urged anyone with information related to the killings to call Crime Stoppers at (505) 843-STOP (7867) orsubmit tips here. The Associated Press does not generally identify juvenile crime suspects. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. In December, the city named 14 people to its gun violence prevention and intervention task force to come up with recommendations over the next 12 months. The Albuquerque Police Department released body camera video of officers arresting the man who is being charged with the murder of two Muslims and suspected of killing two other Muslims. This change is important because NIBRS provides more comprehensive and detailed information about crimes against person, crimes against property and crimes against society occurring in law enforcement jurisdictions across the country. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. , VIDEO: Giant I-40 light poles sway in strong ABQ, Taxidermy birds used to make drones at New Mexico, PHOTOS: Storm leaves parts of state covered in snow, PHOTOS: Winter storm moves through NM leaving snow, PHOTOS: Storm causes snowy, icy roads across New, Map: New Mexico Veterans Monuments and Memorials, 13 Broadcast Pl SW, Albuquerque, NM, 87104, Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Given the recent increase in homicides, APD has been increasing both presence and engagement in certain areas, recently focusing on a Montgomery neighborhood with bouts of violence. Homicides have tended to cluster around certain parts of town, such as the International District. But Aneela Abad, general secretary for the Islamic Center of New Mexico, told The Associated Press the community is grappling not only with the losses, but also the fear and confusion. ALBUQUERQUE POLICE REQUEST ASSISTANCE IN IDENTIFYING VEHICLE OF INTEREST IN MURDERS OF FOUR MUSLIM MEN. Yet, I can pretty honestly say that I believe Chase Smotherman would have become violent if they had stolen his garden tools.. All rights reserved. In their motion, prosecutors pointed to cellphone records that they say show Syed possibly helped his father track Naeem Hussain, a 25-year-old man from Pakistan who was fatally shot on Aug. 5 in the parking lot of a refugee resettlement agency in southeast Albuquerque. Albuquerques geographic location, with a north-south-running freeway and ease of access to the border makes this a thoroughfare and hub for a variety of interstate criminal activity, he says. (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). Albuquerque murders: Afghan refugee indicted on third murder count in Muslim murders Muhammad Syed, a 51-year-old Afghan refugee who has lived in (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). Family members told judge that Bennie was missed and that it hurt even more that another child was the one who committed the crime. By this time last year, there were only 18. (Chancey Bush/The Albuquerque Journal via AP). At the end of December 2022, the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) published a list of 120 homicides that had occurred throughout the year. View Albuquerque crime mapping information. Keller has acknowledged the challenges for New Mexicos largest city. WebThe West Mesa Murders are the killings of eleven women whose remains were found buried in 2009 in the desert on the West Mesa of Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States.Several suspects have been named, but none were arrested or charged. The motivation for that crime boils down to stolen marijuana and money. Squabbles over drugs and not necessarily large amounts of drugs have often led to homicides in the past. Quotes displayed in real-time or delayed by at least 15 minutes. And he points to the drug trade as a source of violence across New Mexico. He acknowledged over the summer that the city would surely surpass 100 killings in 2021, and he remains under pressure to address the problem as he starts his second term. Early in the year, Albuquerque For non-emergency police calls, call 505-242-COPS. As of April 18, 2021, the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) recorded 35 homicides across the city. But things like police cameras and bringing police cars to the area, those reduce fear and help catch perpetrators. As a result, violent crime including Albuquerques homicides are the result of what Huffmyer calls a mishmash of complex factors. Over the past 35 years, Albuquerques yearly homicide count has averaged about 45 homicides per year, KRQE reported. Powered and implemented by FactSet Digital Solutions. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, Olympic ticket sales for Paris Games gets off to, 7 Cubs pitchers combine for no-hitter vs Machado,, Mikal Bridges helps Nets rally to stun Celtics, 115-105, NASCAR star Elliott has leg surgery after snowboard, U.S. jury poised to weigh international soccers, 2022 brought a record number of homicides. Yes, we have gangs. This was a terrible tragedy for everyone involved, Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman said in a statement Thursday. FILE - Family members wait to pick up students after a fatal shooting at Washington Middle School in Albuquerque, N.M., on Aug. 13, 2021. Aftab Hussein, 41, was shot and killed on July 26 after parking his car near his home. Some worked to bring attention to gun violence through a national memorial effort in the fall. Over the last few years, an influx of police-related scandals and Department of Justice scrutiny has led to the shutdown of APD programs and the shrinkage of APDs staff, Gallegos says. Young people are getting together usually through social media to sell a small amount of drugs or guns, Gallegos says, and they meet up somewhere and the one party robs the other party and then it turns into a shooting or homicide. Not all of Albuquerques homicides start this way, but recently APD has seen more of these kinds of homicides, Gallegos says.