New Mexico
New Mexico courtroom devolves into brawl as three people rush defendant in homicide case
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A routine hearing in a New Mexico state courtroom devolved into chaos when three people rushed the defendant in a murder case, setting off a brawl with flying fists and kicks.
Courtroom video cameras recorded the Jan. 31 melee that has resulted in felony charges against two men who apparently rushed the defendant in a fit of rage over the killing of a relative.
The two men were charged with battery and assault on a public official. The fighting subsided as a law enforcement officer drew a stun gun and cordoned off the defendant from further attack.
A woman also has been arrested on the same charges, Albuquerque TV station KRQE reported Thursday. The courtroom video showed her hitting the defendant and an officer with a chair.
The presence of corrections officers and other security details in courtrooms doesn’t always keep the peace. Last year, a defendant in a felony battery case in Nevada flung himself over a judge’s bench and grabbed her hair, sparking a bloody brawl with court officials.
Katina Watson, court executive officer at New Mexico’s Second Judicial District, told KRQE that “these are the types of things that we see regularly.”
She praised an officer for reacting to ensure safety, without mention of potential security enhancements. The Associated Press sent a request to the court Thursday for comment on the courtroom fight and security precautions.
The New Mexico Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big. Here’s a look at Dec. 1, 2025, results for each game:
Powerball
05-18-26-47-59, Powerball: 01, Power Play: 3
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Pick 3
Day: 2-8-2
Evening: 3-6-0
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Lotto America
05-27-37-43-47, Star Ball: 05, ASB: 02
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Pick 4
Evening: 9-2-2-6
Day: 0-9-9-4
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Roadrunner Cash
05-17-20-26-28
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Powerball Double Play
14-25-38-47-55, Powerball: 19
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The Bureau of Land Management will begin selling Christmas tree permits in New Mexico on Nov. 24.
Permits will be available at the Farmington, Taos, Socorro and Rio Puerco field offices, as well as at the New Mexico State Office, according to a community announcement. The permits must be purchased before Dec. 24 and cost $5 per tree.
Permits and maps can be obtained over the counter at local BLM offices or, for some locations, online at https://forestproducts.blm.gov. If purchasing online, buyers must have access to a printer to print the permit and map.
When transporting a tree taken from BLM public land, the haul tag provided with the permit must be attached to the tree.
The BLM has developed georeferenced maps compatible with any georeferenced map mobile application. Those with a smartphone can download a map before heading out to harvest a tree by visiting the BLM website.
Before visiting a local BLM office to obtain a permit, it is recommended to call the office to confirm services and staff availability. The locations where permits may be available include:
- Rio Puerco Field Office, 100 Sun Ave., NE, Suite 330, Albuquerque, NM 87109, (505) 761-8700
- Socorro Field Office, 901 S. Old U.S. Hwy 85, Socorro, NM 87801, (575) 835-0412
- New Mexico State Office, 301 Dinosaur Trail, Santa Fe, NM 87508, (505) 954-2000
- Farmington Field Office, 6251 College Blvd, Farmington, NM 87402, (505) 564-7600
- Taos Field Office, 1024 Paseo del Pueblo Sur, Taos, NM 87571-5983, (575) 758-8851
For more information about Christmas tree permits, contact the local BLM office or the BLM New Mexico State Office at 505-954-2222.
This story was created by reporter Andy Dossett, ADossett@usatodayco.com, with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Journalists were involved in every step of the information gathering, review, editing and publishing process. Learn more at cm.usatoday.com/ethical-conduct.
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