Incident Overview A driver was detained by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) following a rollover crash at the intersection of Second Street and Osuna Road in northwest Albuquerque. The incident occurred on a Sunday afternoon, when a truck flipped onto its side, raising concerns about driving under the influence (DWI). Alcohol Involvement Confirmed Initial…
Background on Genesis HealthCare’s Legal Troubles Genesis HealthCare, once the largest nursing home chain in the United States, is currently embroiled in a bankruptcy case that underscores significant issues within the nursing home industry regarding accountability for patient care. The company filed for Chapter 11 protection in July, estimating liabilities of approximately $259 million related…
Overview of Medical Malpractice in New Mexico Recent analyses reveal a concerning trend in New Mexico’s medical malpractice landscape, where a small fraction of physicians is responsible for the majority of malpractice payments. According to a comprehensive study of data from the National Practitioner Data Bank, less than 1% of doctors account for a staggering…
David Mendoza-Enriquez Sentenced for Serious Crimes David “Cholo” Mendoza-Enriquez, a 42-year-old Mexican national, was sentenced to 17 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to multiple serious charges, including drug trafficking and wildlife smuggling. His sentencing occurred on December 2, 2025, in U.S. District Court in Albuquerque, where he faced a total of eight charges….
Albuquerque Sun Van Crash Details In a distressing incident on December 24, 2025, Robert Candelaria, a 44-year-old employee of the City of Albuquerque, reportedly crashed an ABQ RIDE Sun Van on Interstate 40 near 98th Street. The vehicle collided with a guardrail and flipped over, prompting a response from local authorities. Candelaria now faces multiple…
Incident Overview A troubling incident unfolded in Albuquerque when a city employee, identified as Robert Candelaria, crashed a city-operated ABQ Ride Sun Van while allegedly under the influence of cocaine. The crash occurred on Interstate 40, where the van struck a guardrail and flipped over. Witnesses reported seeing Candelaria attempting to jump in front of…
Incident Overview In a troubling incident on December 26, 2025, Robert Candelaria Jr., a mechanic for Albuquerque’s public transit system, was involved in a serious accident while test-driving a Sun Van. The crash occurred around 1:20 PM on Interstate 40, near 98th Street, when Candelaria allegedly lost control and collided with a guardrail, resulting in…
Incident Details On December 25, 2025, Robert Candelaria was charged with multiple offenses following an incident involving a city-owned Sun Van in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The crash occurred on Interstate 40 eastbound, near the 98th Street exit, where Candelaria allegedly drove the vehicle into a guardrail. Initial reports indicated that he claimed to be test-driving…
Incident Overview Bernalillo County, New Mexico, has issued a warning to its residents regarding a potential data breach associated with third-party software utilized for processing permits and applications. Although no confirmed breaches of county systems have been identified, officials are urging vigilance due to the possibility of scams exploiting any compromised data. County Manager Julie…
Recent Incident Highlights Growing Concern Two men, Obeth Palomino Contreras and Yair Torres-Tavezon, have been released from jail after being charged with street racing and fleeing law enforcement in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This incident occurred on December 24, 2025, when the Bernalillo County deputies observed the suspects racing on Jefferson near Hawkins. Upon attempting to…