APD releases investigative updates

Friday, Feb. 24, 2023

ALBUQUERQUE – APD released the following updates to the tragedy Thursday that resulted in the deaths of three people in Albuquerque’s North Valley.

Two of the decedents have been identified and next-of-kin notifications have been made.

Danay Morales-Hernandez, 36, was found deceased inside the home, located at 1106 Griegos Rd., N.W. An autopsy determined she died on scene as a result of several stab wounds.

Omar Rodriguez-Hechemendia, 25, was found in the street in front of the home. Rescue personnel transported him to the hospital. An autopsy determined he died as a result of several stab wounds.

The third person, an adult male, was found inside the home. An autopsy determined he died as a result of a gunshot wound. His name will be released when next of kin is located and notified.

APD’s Homicide Unit will continue to investigate the deaths.

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