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Christopher Lauster

Case from Las Cruces, NM dated Sep 20, 2016

Victim Details

Christopher Lauster

Male

White / Caucasian

Las Cruces

NM

2016-09-20

35

Christopher

Lauster

07/12/2026

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On September 20, 2016, a tragic incident occurred in Las Cruces, New Mexico, resulting in the death of 35-year-old Christopher Lauster. This event was part of a larger context of gun violence and criminal activity in the area.

The investigation into Lauster's death led authorities to identify a suspect, and subsequent evidence gathered was sufficient to connect this individual to the crime. The suspect in question is named Armendariz, although the first name is not specified in the availa ...
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  • Las Cruces-Area Murder Suspect Arrested; Victim Identified
  • Las Cruces Sun-News: Sheriff's office investigating Las Cruces man's slaying
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