Albuquerque Police to Detail Officer-Involved Shooting, Suspect Fatality
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A press conference is scheduled for Tuesday, January 13, 2026, where the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) will release details surrounding a shooting that occurred on December 21, 2025, involving a law enforcement officer and a suspect wanted for carjacking. The incident resulted in the death of the suspect and a near miss for the responding officer.
Incident Overview: December 21st Shooting
The shooting unfolded following an encounter between an APD officer and an individual suspected of carjacking. According to authorities, the officer was struck by a gunshot during the confrontation. Remarkably, the officer sustained no injuries as the bullet impacted their police radio, effectively stopping its trajectory.
Suspect Fatality Confirmed
The suspect involved in the incident was struck multiple times by gunfire and later succumbed to those injuries. Details regarding the circumstances leading to the shooting, including the location and specific events, will be presented at the upcoming press conference.
Press Conference Details
The APD will hold the press conference at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in the Police Chief’s Conference Room on the Fifth Floor of the APD Main Building. The event is expected to provide a comprehensive account of the incident, including a timeline of events and any available evidence.
A senior official stated that the department is committed to transparency and providing the public with a full understanding of the events that transpired. The investigation remains ongoing, and further updates will be provided as they become available.
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