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Otero County Jury Delivers Guilty Verdict in 2014 Double Murder Case

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A 31-year-old man has been convicted of two counts of first-degree murder by an Otero County jury after a six-day trial that concluded on February 24. The case dates back to November 2014 when the Alamogordo Police Department responded to a double homicide. This conviction underscores the ongoing efforts of law enforcement and the judicial system to address violent crime in the region. The community is reminded of the importance of supporting local law enforcement in their efforts to maintain safety.

Key Details: • Trial lasted six days, concluding on February 24. • Convicted individual is 31 years old. • Case involved a double homicide from November 2014. • Community urged to support local law enforcement.

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