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2 days ago
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Vigil held for Albuquerque man killed in drive-by shooting
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Thursday, friends and family came together to remember David Segura. Police said he was shot and killed by teenagers in a drive-by shooting near 8th St. and Central Ave. earlier this year. Family members KRQE News 13 spoke with say this is yet another example of the violent crime affecting Albuquerque. Story continues below New Mexico Strange: The possible hauntings of KRQE News 13 News: Vigil held for Albuquerque man killed in drive-by shooting Events: What's happening in New Mexico June 20-26? ABQ Taco Fest and more Forecast: Wildfire danger returns to parts of New Mexico Friday and Saturday 'These criminals have no fear of repercussion. I mean the rate of… there's got to be tougher penalties for crime. If you do the crime, you have to do the time. That's one thing we really want to raise awareness of,' said Julie Segura, David Segura's mother. The family described Segura as having a deep passion for the outdoors, enjoying activities like camping, hunting and fishing. He was an avid sports fan and proudly cheered on the Broncos. His family says he had an ability to connect with people through his humor and loved to bring joy to those around him. He was also deeply connected to his faith. Segura was an organ donor and saved four lives with his donation. He donated his heart, liver and two kidneys. 'My son was very outgoing, very joyful,' Segura's mother added. 'He came to school here at UNM. He loved his son. First and foremost. He has a 7-year-old son, Luke.' Segura was shot near 8th Street and Central Ave., after a verbal altercation turned violent. According to police, a white sedan with two 18-year-olds drove by and shot him 17 times. The suspects are facing charges including first degree murder. The family is calling for reform of the justice system, saying too many people have suffered as a result of the 'revolving door'. Wednesday was Segura's birthday. He would have turned 34. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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12-05-2025
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Downtown Albuquerque shooting victim dies from gunshot wounds
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – The victim in a shooting that happened last Sunday in downtown Albuquerque has died. One week ago, APD arrested the two teens accused of the shooting after a fight with the victim. On May 4, APD found that David Segura had been shot. The two 18-year-olds, Matthew Akugue and Isaiah Martinez, were accused of shooting Segura, following a verbal altercation that quickly became violent. On Friday, both came before a judge for their pre-trial hearing. 'I learned this morning that as of yesterday, the victim, David Segura, who has been on life support for several days, succumbed to his injuries, and the time of death was announced yesterday,' said the prosecutor representing the state of New Mexico. APD provides update on officer-involved shooting involving 19-year-old According to the criminal complaint, Segura's cousin told officers that David, Matthew, and Isaiah were in a fight near 6th and Central downtown. After the initial altercation, Segura and his cousin walked west on Central towards his house. They noticed a white sedan following them as they approached the roundabout on 8th. Moments later, they heard multiple gun shots and David collapsed to the ground. According to the criminal complaint, 17 shots were fired. On Friday, Martinez's defense attorney argued that because of how fast the events unfolded, he should not be deemed dangerous. 'This was clearly an event that escalated very quickly. As an 18-year-old with no criminal history, just driving around downtown, I would argue I'm not even sure if the defendant knew the severity of what was about to happen.' The judge ruled that both teens will be held until trial. Akugue and Martinez are facing several charges, including aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
