Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman shared several updates on his official X account on October 16, 2025, including staff changes, a major conviction, and recent policy discussions.
In a post at 16:06 UTC, Bregman welcomed new members to his office: " Welcome to the Team! Please join us in giving a warm welcome to three brand-new attorneys who officially joined the Bernalillo County District Attorney’s Office today! They’re hitting the ground running in our Metropolitan Court Division, where they’ll be tackling crime".
Later that day, at 21:20 UTC, Bregman announced a significant sentencing: "WOMAN CONVICTED FOR KILLING MAN WITH HATCHET — SENTENCED TO LIFE IN PRISON Today, a judge sentenced Angel Salazar to life in the New Mexico Corrections Department. In August, a jury found her guilty of Felony Murder, Second-Degree Murder, and Tampering with Evidence in".
At 21:52 UTC, Bregman provided an update on his recent public appearance and policy priorities: "DA Sam Bregman Highlights Crime-Fighting Policy at Economic Forum - Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman, who also serves as Chairman of the Organized Crime Commission (OCC), spoke at the Economic Forum of Albuquerque today, addressing key policy changes needed to".
Bregman is both the district attorney for Bernalillo County and chairman of the Organized Crime Commission. The Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office handles prosecutions in Albuquerque and surrounding areas, frequently communicating developments in criminal cases and office staffing through official social media channels. Life sentences for felony murder convictions are mandated under New Mexico law.
