Primary factor in New Mexico teen's defense strategy by March 31, 2025?
Intoxication • 25%
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Court documents and defense attorney statements
New Mexico Teen Arrested for Quadruple Homicide of Family Members on December 15, 2024, While Extremely Intoxicated
Dec 17, 2024, 05:04 PM
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with the deaths of four family members in a rural area of New Mexico. Authorities reported that the teen called 911 to confess to the killings, leading to the discovery of the bodies in his home. The boy, who was reportedly 'extremely intoxicated' at the time, is facing four counts of first-degree murder. The incident occurred on Saturday, December 15, 2024, and the deceased include his parents and two teenage siblings. The New Mexico State Police confirmed the charges and are conducting an ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
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