New Mexico mistakenly releases four-time convicted murderer Alex Zapata, who later surrenders to police.

Alex Zapata, a four-time convicted felon charged with murder, was mistakenly released from a New Mexico detention center. After a manhunt, he surrendered to police at an associate's home, where a 9mm handgun was found. This is the fifth such release of a violent felon in New Mexico since July, raising concerns about communication between authorities. Zapata is now back in custody awaiting trial.

December 13, 2024
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