In the early hours of April 29, 2020, Roswell police responded to a call at a residence on East Ballard Street, south of Roswell, New Mexico. Upon arrival, officers discovered 37-year-old Leroy Jaramillo Acosta suffering from a gunshot wound. He was promptly transported to a hospital in Lubbock, Texas, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigations revealed that Acosta had been involved in an altercation with 27-year-old Arturo Duran-Lujan prior to the shooting.
Witnesses indicated that the two men had a history of discord, which escalated into a fatal confrontation that night. Duran-Lujan was identified as the primary suspect in the case.
On the afternoon of April 29, 2020, Duran-Lujan was apprehended in Albuquerque, New Mexico, following a swift and coordinated effort by law enforcement agencies. He was subsequently charged in connection with Acosta's death. The Roswell Police Department acknowledged the collaborative work that led to the suspect's arrest.
The homicide investigation remained active as authorities continued to gather evidence and testimonies to build a comprehensive case against Duran-Lujan. The swift arrest provided some measure of closure to the community and Acosta's family, who mourned the loss of a father and friend.
