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FBI Albuquerque Announces Successful Results Of Undercover Investigation Targeting Child Predators

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FBI News:

FBI Albuquerque is announcing the successful results of an undercover online chat investigation targeting child predators. The operation led to the arrest of fifteen individuals; all charged with crimes including child solicitation via electronic devices. Each defendant had sought to engage in sexual activity with a minor. 

FBI Albuquerque Child Exploitation & Human Traffick Task Force led this Operation with assistance from: NM Department of Justice, Albuquerque Police Department, Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, Santa Fe Police Department, 2nd Judicial District Read More

Shiprock Man Sentenced For Firing At Occupants Of Vehicle

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man was sentenced to seven years in prison for pointing a handgun at occupants of a vehicle and opening fire as they attempted to flee.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, on Aug. 1, 2025, Bryson Chee, 43, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, arrived at a residence in Shiprock as a passenger in a vehicle with two others. After exiting the vehicle, Chee retrieved a handgun, pointed it at the occupants, and began shooting as they attempted to drive away.

Chee pleaded guilty to using, carrying and brandishing a firearm during and Read More

Scenes Of LAPD 2026 Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony

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Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone delivers opening remarks to those gathered for the Los Alamos Police Department’s (LAPD) annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony, as part of National Police Week, held this morning in the north parking lot of the Los Alamos Justice Center at 2500 Trinity Drive. Chief Sgambellone is joined by Sgt. David Randleman and members of local Trail Life Troop #NM-1412 and American Heritage Girls who sang the National Anthem and participated in the event, which remembers the fallen, supports their families, and reaffirms the bond between the community and Read More

Dallas FBI: Open Letter To Parents, Guardians, And Teachers

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Editor’s note: This safety information is important for parents, guardians, and teachers to be aware of locally and across the nation.

From SAC Joe Rothrock
Dallas FBI

Dear Parents, Guardians, and Teachers,

I want to share some important information about a growing safety threat from violent online networks commonly referred to as “764”. Their members often connect with minors on popular online gaming and social media platforms, build their trust by posing as friends, and then coerce them into harming themselves or others.

Violent online networks such as 764 operate around the world, including Read More

FBI: Zuni Woman Pleads Guilty To Involuntary Manslaughter

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Zuni woman pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter after her 2-month-old daughter died from asphyxiation.

According to court documents, on the night of Jan. 25, 2025, Miranda Cachini, 27, an enrolled member of the Zuni Pueblo, consumed alcoholic beverages and fell asleep while breastfeeding her 2-month-old daughter in bed. During the night, Cachini rolled over on top of the baby, causing her to pass away by asphyxiation.

Cachini pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and faces up to eight years in prison at sentencing.

First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Read More

FBI: Shiprock Man Sentenced For Unprovoked Assault

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — A Shiprock man who stabbed an individual three times in the back without provocation was sentenced to two and a half years in prison.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court documents, April 19, 2025, Matthew David Charley, 30, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, approached John Doe and his friends near a roadside area in Shiprock and introduced himself. After John Doe’s friends briefly left the area, Charley remained with John Doe, who had no prior interaction with him and did not provoke him.

As John Doe began walking away to meet his returning friends, Read More

Los Alamos Police Department Invites Community To Annual Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Friday May 15

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LAPD will host its annual memorial ceremony on Friday as part of National Police Week. Courtesy photo

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) invites the community to attend its annual memorial ceremony at 10 a.m. on Friday, May 15, as part of National Police Week. The ceremony will take place in the north parking lot of the Los Alamos Justice Center, at 2500 Trinity Drive.

“Please join us as we remember the fallen, support their families, and reaffirm the bond between our community and those who serve it,” Deputy Chief James Rodriguez said in extending the invitation to the community. Read More

FBI: Arizona Man Pleads Guilty To Assault

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FBI News:

ALBUQUERQUE — An Arizona man pleaded guilty to assault after assaulting a woman at her residence.

According to court documents, on September 16, 2024, Kendrick Harvey, 36, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, went to the home of Jane Doe while intoxicated. There, Harvey assaulted Jane Doe and the assault resulted in serious bodily injury to Doe.

Harvey pleaded guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury and faces up to 10 years in prison at sentencing.

First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and Justin A. Garris, Special Agent in Charge of the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Read More