Homicide Statistics
See annual homicide statistics for the city of Albuquerque.
As of March 6, 2026
This information reflects the number homicides (non-negligent murders) investigated by Albuquerque Police from Jan. 1 through March 6, 2026. The list is subject to change to reflect investigation updates.
Number of Homicides
- 2026 Homicides: 5 victims
- 2025 Homicides: 6 victims
- 2024 Homicides: 15 victims
Total Homicide Cases: 5 cases
Investigation Updates
1 new homicide case in the last 7 days
- 5300 Menaul Blvd NE
Status of 2026 Cases
- 4 of 5 cases solved in 2026 (80%)
- 0 cases active
Investigation of Previous Year Cases
3 cases solved in 2026 from previous years
Murder Suspects
14 murder suspects charged, arrested, or deceased
- 4 suspects from 2026 cases
- 10 suspects from previous-year cases
Justifiable Homicide Investigations
0 cases being investigated as justifiable homicides
Homicide Case Motivation 2026 YTD
- Child Abuse: 0
- Domestic Violence: 3
- Drug Related: 0
- Individual Disrespect: 1
- Mental Health Related: 0
- Property Crime Defense: 0
- Random Victim: 0
- Retaliation/Revenge: 0
- Road Rage: 0
- Robbery: 0
- Unknown: 1
- Violence on Homeless: 0
Homicide Case Weapons YTD
- Blunt Force: 0
- Blunt Object: 0
- Firearm: 5
- Lethal Cutting Weapon: 0
- Shaken Baby: 0
- Strangulation: 0
- Unknown: 0
- Vehicle: 0
Homicides by Month
January 2026
3 Cases, 3 victims (3 solved)
| Date | Location | APD Case | Status | Victims | Suspects | Weapon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan. 1, 2026 | 713 Gold Ave SW | 26-0000045 | Solved | 1 | 2 | Firearm |
| Jan. 19. 2026 | 4708 Wildfire NW | 26-0002593 | Solved | 1 | 1 | Firearm |
| Jan. 20, 2025 | 9501 Gibson Blvd SW | 26-0005564 | Solved | 1 | 2 | Firearm |
February 2026
1 Case, 1 victim (1 solved)
| Date | Location | APD Case | Status | Victims | Suspects | Weapon |
| Feb. 26, 2026 | 2800 Palo Verde Dr SE | 26-0016960 | Solved | 1 | 1 | Firearm |
March 2026
1 Case, 1 victim (0 solved)
| Date | Location | APD Case | Status | Victims | Suspects | Weapon |
| March 4, 2026 | 5300 Menaul Blvd NE | 26-0018551 | Active | 1 | Firearm |
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