Video shows New Mexico murder suspect getting attacked by victim's family in court
Alexander Ortiz was arrested last year in connection with the murder of his ex-girlfriend, Alianna Farfan, according to police.
Brawl breaks out at court hearing for murder suspect in New Mexico, video shows
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. -- A hearing for a person accused of murder turned into a brawl in New Mexico. Alexander Ortiz is accused of killing his ex-girlfriend Alianna Farfan last year. He was standing before a district judge in Albuquerque on January 31 when a brawl broke out.
Fight breaks out in court during murder suspect’s hearing
A dramatic brawl broke out in a courtroom in New Mexico during a hearing for a murder suspect that resulted in at least two arrests and multiple people being detained, courtroom video and court records show.
Murder Victim’s Uncle Attacks Defendant in New Mexico Courtroom
The victim’s uncle leaped over a barrier and attacked the defendant, setting off a brawl during a routine hearing in Albuquerque last week that was captured on video.
WATCH: Murder Suspect Attacked by Victim’s Family in Wild Courtroom Brawl
A court hearing in New Mexico descended into a melee when a 21-year-old murder suspect was attacked by the victim’s family. Alexander Ortiz, who is accused of fatally shooting his ex-girlfriend Alianna Farfan in January 2024,
Moment courtroom brawl breaks out after uncle of murder victim attacks alleged killer
This is the moment the uncle and stepfather of a murder victim attack her alleged killer in a New Mexico court. Alexander Ortiz, 21, was arrested by Albuquerque police last year over the shooting of his ex-girlfriend Alianna Farfan.
KOB 432m
Albuquerque mayoral race begins to take shape
The race for Albuquerque mayor is beginning to take shape as we now know of at least one candidate who has formally launched ...
Does New Mexico have any cities on best and worst budgeters list?
Making and sticking to a budget can be difficult and a number of factors play a role in budgeting. A recent survey by ...
New Mexico Ski Area Closes Temporarily Due to Warm Weather
Our team is actively monitoring the weather and will take every opportunity to resume snowmaking when conditions allow,” the ...
KOB 417h
City councilors approve $30M bond for New Mexico United
Albuquerque city councilors approved a $30 million industrial revenue bond for New Mexico United to help build and maintain a ...
Court docs: South Carolina man shot paramedic ‘execution-style’ before driving to New Mexico, killing police officer
This story contains information that may be disturbing to some readers. Also, the video above is from Jan. 17, 2025, when the ...
New Mexico Supreme Court seeks to discipline lawyer in DWI bribery scandal
Days after a federal judge in New Mexico filed an order on potential disciplinary actions against an Albuquerque attorney in connection with a yearslong DWI bribery scandal at the Albuquerque Police ...
The Durango Herald4h
New Mexico snowpacks in the red, dry and hot weather expected
While historic snow fell across swamps and beaches in the Eastern United States in January, New Mexico’s snowpacks are ...
DWI charge against New Mexico judge dropped
First Judicial District Court Judge Francis Mathew had a DWI charge against him dismissed, according to First Judicial ...
KOB 41d
Judge rules against 180-day rule for schools in New Mexico
A judge recently sided with more than half of New Mexico school districts to suspend the 180 school day rule statewide.