30-04-2025
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[1] A conversation with FBI Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda as he steps down – FBI Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda is stepping down after 27 years in law enforcement. In a recent interview with KRQE, Bujanda said the main issues he's seen throughout his time is gun violence and how easy it is to get one. Bujanda says the first step in tackling the problem is reaching out to kids early, before they become involved in dangerous activities. Bujanda says he is proud of the bureau's work on the problem of missing and murdered indigenous people during his time.
[2] Albuquerque judge orders convicted sex offender be held on charges during trial – A convicted sex offender, accused of having a sexual relationship with a 14-year-old girl, will be held behind bars until his trial. The 14-year-old told police she had an ongoing sexual relationship with 42-year-old Joseph Lacour-Benavidez. When police searched his home they found the 14-year-old and an 11-year-old. Detectives later found several sexual text messages between Lacour-Benavidez and the victim. Tuesday, Judge Cindy Leos agreed to the state's request to keep Lacour-Benavidez in custody on his charges while awaiting trial.
[3] Storm departs, warmer weather before another storm arrives in New Mexico – Another chance for rain will return Wednesday afternoon in northern and eastern New Mexico. Temperatures will be warmer across the state. On Thursday, the best chance for rain will stay in northern New Mexico, especially along the Colorado state line. The weather turns even more active starting Friday as a cold front again moves west across the state Thursday night bringing in higher moisture across New Mexico. A storm system will also start approaching New Mexico from the west on Friday.
[4] Duo suspected of stealing $80K worth of copper wire from ABQ school – Albuquerque Metro Crime Stoppers is seeking the public's help with identifying two suspects accused of breaking into electrical boxes at an Albuquerque school. Officials said the incident happened on April 19 at the Janet Kahn School of Integrated Arts, on Indian School Rd NE near Eubank Blvd. The suspects are accused of stealing copper wiring with an estimated value of $80,000.
[5] Santa Fe National Forest to implement stage 1 fire restrictions on Sunday – With fire risk elevating across the state, the Santa Fe National Forest is implementing Stage 1 fire restrictions. Visitors cannot build a campfire outside of a designated campground, smoking is not allowed outside of an enclosed vehicle or building, chainsaw use is not allowed and more. Restrictions will remain in place until October 1. For a complete list of Stage 1 fire restrictions, click here.
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