Let the teenage son take responsibility for the killing

Elizabeth Ortiz ChavezA New Mexico mother has pleaded guilty to killing her daughter’s boyfriend. Joshua RuizAfter she allowed her teenage son, Angelo Baldonadotakes the blame for the murder.

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Here’s what allegedly happened between Elizabeth Ortiz Chavez, her daughter’s boyfriend, Jose Ruiz, and her teenage son, Angelo Baldonado

according to KRQE NewsIn March 2022, Baldonado was reportedly involved in an altercation with Ruiz. Furthermore, the incident reportedly occurred behind Lindy’s Diner in downtown Albuquerque. per Law and crimeOrtiz Chavez allegedly orchestrated the incident between her son and the 16-year-old after her pregnant daughter claimed Ruiz hit her.

Ultimately, the 16-year-old was shot and killed.

Baldonado — who was reportedly the same age — was initially charged with first-degree murder in 2023, per the people.

Prison calls reportedly showed that Ortiz Chavez wanted to confess to killing Ruiz. However, Baldonado insisted she did not do so. Prosecutors reportedly believe Ortiz Chavez initially allowed her son to take responsibility for the murder because he was a minor and would receive a less harsh sentence.

More details about the murder charges against the mother in New Mexico

However, in March 2023, Baldonado’s brother reportedly messaged a woman on Facebook about his “brother… and didn’t tell” his mother, according to Law and crime.

Baldonado’s brother reportedly told the woman, “I have an older brother who is locked up because of her.” “…I hate her for what she did. He deserves to be home with his daughter. She will never know him at all because she is selfish.

At that point, the woman came forward and shared information with police. Later, Ortiz Chavez was arrested and charged with second-degree murder with a firearm. per KRQE NewsShe pleaded guilty to the charge on Wednesday, January 15.

Law and crime Reports indicate the New Mexico mother could face 18 years in prison when she is sentenced. Meanwhile, the charges against Baldonado have since been updated to “conspiracy to commit first-degree murder and one count of felony assault.” the people He adds that he will remain behind bars until he turns 21.

A father in England is accused of stabbing his teenage daughter while “play fighting.”

The horrific incident involving Ortiz Chavez is not the only one that has made headlines. like Shadow room It was previously reported, earlier this month, that Simon Vickers was accused of stabbing his 14-year-old daughter while they were in their kitchen.

The incident reportedly occurred in July 2024 and left Vickers’ daughter, Scarlett, with an 11cm deep gash.

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