Homicide Statistics
See annual homicide statistics for the city of Albuquerque.
As of April 19, 2026
This information reflects the number homicides (non-negligent murders) investigated by Albuquerque Police from Jan. 1 through April 19, 2026. The list is subject to change to reflect investigation updates.
Number of Homicides
- 2026 Homicides: 15 victims
- 2025 Homicides: 13 victims
- 2024 Homicides: 27 victims
Total Homicide Cases: 15 cases
Investigation Updates
2 new homicide cases in the last 7 days
4 new arrests in the last 7 days
- Adrian Avila, Joseph Silva and Elias Barron were arrested for a murder in 2021
- Edwin Sanders was arrested for the murder on 4/18/26 at 400 Tijeras NW
Status of 2026 Cases
- 11 of 15 cases solved in 2026 (73%)
- 4 cases active
Investigation of Previous Year Cases
- 5 cases solved in 2026 from previous years
Murder Suspects
33 murder suspects charged, arrested, or deceased
- 15 suspects from 2026 cases
- 18 suspects from previous-year cases
Justifiable Homicide Investigations
1 case being investigated as justifiable homicide
Homicide Case Motivation 2026 YTD
- Child Abuse: 0
- Domestic Violence: 2
- Drug Related: 1
- Individual Disrespect: 6
- Mental Health Related: 0
- Property Crime Defense: 1
- Random Victim: 0
- Retaliation/Revenge: 0
- Road Rage: 1
- Robbery: 3
- Unknown: 0
- Violence on Homeless: 1
Homicide Case Weapons YTD
- Blunt Force: 0
- Blunt Object: 1
- Firearm: 11
- Lethal Cutting Weapon: 3
- 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
7 Cases, 7 victims (4 solved)
| Date | Location | APD Case | Status | Victims | Suspects | Weapon |
| March 14, 2026 | 6166 4th St NW | 26-0018551 | Active | 1 | Blunt Object | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 17, 2026 | 1801 2nd St NW | 26-0022869 | SOLVED | 1 | 1 | Lethal Cutting Instrument |
| March 20, 2026 | 215 Locust St NE | 26-0023670 | Active |
1 |
Lethal Cutting Instrument | |
| March 23, 2026 | 1212 La Poblana Rd NW | 26-0024687 | Active |
1 |
Firearm | |
| March 24, 2026 | 244 Vermont St SE | 26-0024767 | SOLVED | 1 | 2 | Firearm |
| March 26, 2026 | 1425 San Mateo Blvd NE | 26-0025566 | SOLVED | 1 | 1 | Firearm |
| March 31, 2026 | 700 Eubank Blvd SE | 26-0026845 | SOLVED | 1 | 1 | Lethal Cutting Instrument |
April 2026
4 Cases, 4 victims (3 solved)
| Date | Location | APD Case | Status | Victims | Suspects | Weapon |
| April 2, 2026 | 700 Alvarado Dr NE | 26-0027435 | Active | 1 | Firearm | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 7, 2026 | 3216 Don Gabal Lp NW | 26-0029113 | SOLVED | 1 | 2 | Firearm |
| April 18, 2026 | 400 Tijeras Ave NW | 26-0032549 | SOLVED | 1 | 1 |
Firearm |
| April 19, 2026 | 4040 Pan American Fwy NE | 26-0032841 | Active | 1 | Firearm |