On November 3, 2021, at approximately 1:40 a.m., Albuquerque Police Department officers responded to reports of a shooting in the Barelas neighborhood. Upon arrival, they discovered 43-year-old Anastacio Amador lying in the street, deceased from a gunshot wound.
Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and observing a man on the ground, prompting the emergency call. Despite a prompt response, Amador was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident contributed to a surge in violence in Albuquerque, with the city reaching 102 homicides by early November 2021.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with Amador's death, and police have not released details regarding potential suspects. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in solving the case.
