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Sam Bregman reports murder conviction and public safety efforts in Bernalillo County

Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman has announced several recent law enforcement actions and legal developments via his official Twitter account.

On August 11, 2025, Bregman reported the conviction of Angel Salazar in a homicide case. According to his post, "CONVICTED — WOMAN WHO TOOK PART IN MURDERING MAN WITH A HATCHET — GUILTY

Today, a jury found Angel Salazar guilty of Felony Murder, Second-Degree Murder and Tampering with Evidence in connection with the brutal death of Ramon Martinez. The killing occurred on September 5, 2023," he wrote.

Later that day, Bregman shared news about a law enforcement operation targeting drug trafficking involving minors. He stated on August 11, 2025: "Task force arrests armed drug trafficker who targeted juveniles

Santa Fe – A joint law enforcement operation removed an alleged armed drug dealer off the streets after investigators said he used social media to sell firearms and narcotics, including to at least one juvenile.

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On August 13, 2025, Bregman addressed local policy regarding homelessness in Albuquerque. He posted: "Albuquerque laws restricting homeless encampments get support from DA, Rio Rancho in civil rights case".

Bregman serves as the District Attorney for Bernalillo County. His office is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases within New Mexico's most populous county and frequently collaborates with other agencies on public safety initiatives. Recent years have seen increased attention on violent crime prosecution and community responses to homelessness across New Mexico's urban centers.

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