A 16-year-old in New Mexico is charged with murdering four family members and reportedly turned himself in while intoxicated
Belén: A shocking incident unfolded when a 16-year-old boy, Diego Leyva, allegedly killed four family members in New Mexico. He turned himself in while drunk, which is just heartbreaking.
According to the police, Diego called them late at night to confess. When they arrived, he came out of the house with his hands up, clearly intoxicated. Inside, they found a gun and the bodies of his family.
Diego was arrested and charged with four counts of murder. He was taken to the hospital for detox while the police started their investigation. The community is in disbelief over what happened.
One of Diego’s former teachers expressed her shock, saying she never thought he could do something so terrible. It’s just a tragic situation for everyone involved.
The victims’ names haven’t been released yet, but it’s believed one was a middle school student. Other students are planning to wear black and bring balloons to honor them.
In a sad twist, one of the victims might have been a volunteer firefighter. This kind of crime, known as family annihilation, is incredibly rare but devastating when it happens.
This incident marks the 29th mass murder in the U.S. this year alone. It’s a grim reminder of the ongoing issues with gun violence in the country.
While many are calling for stricter gun control, Congress has struggled to make any significant changes. It’s a tough situation that leaves many feeling helpless.
