Former Albuquerque officer sues department, chief over firing

Former Albuquerque officer sues department, chief over firing

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – A former Albuquerque Police Department (APD) officer is now suing the department and chief for wrongful termination. Former APD spokesperson and DWI investigator, Fred Duran, was fired in 2020 after then-Deputy Chief Harold Medina reviewed Duran's case and stated he violated procedures. New Mexico attorney general charges Las Cruces police officer with manslaughter Medina had said Duran violated procedure durin…

Samantha Sengel confirmed as new Albuquerque CAO

Sengel said in remarks to the council Monday night she looks forward to working with the city council and administration to address issues such as homelessness, housing and public transit.