On September 19, 2018, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, 30-year-old Thomas Elder was fatally shot during a home invasion near I-25 and Avenida Cesar Chavez. Elder and an accomplice had unlawfully entered the residence, where they were confronted by the homeowner. A struggle ensued between Elder and the homeowner over a firearm, culminating in Elder being shot and killed.
The Albuquerque Police Department investigated the incident and determined that the homeowner acted in self-defense.
Consequently, no charges were filed against the homeowner. Authorities continued to search for Elder's accomplice, who fled the scene and remained unidentified at the time.
As of the latest available information, there have been no reported arrests related to this case. The accomplice involved in the home invasion has not been apprehended, and no further suspects have been identified. The case remains open, with APD urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.
