Las Cruces police have arrested Selena Carrillo, 28, in connection with the stabbing death of a 30-year-old man, authorities announced Wednesday. According to the City of Las Cruces, Carrillo is charged with the murder of Michael Mata, 30, following a domestic disturbance call on Buchanan Avenue.
Officers responded to the 1900 block of Buchanan Avenue at around 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday after receiving reports of the disturbance. Upon arrival, they found Mata suffering from multiple stab wounds. Despite being quickly transported to MountainView Regional Medical Center, Mata later died from his injuries, with the suspect Carrillo soon identified and apprehended by investigators in the case.
The subsequent arrest and charge of murder against Carrillo was confirmed by authorities, who reported that she was taken into custody and booked into the Dona Ana County Detention Center. The specifics of the altercation and the motive behind the stabbing have not been disclosed by the police department at this time.
Further details regarding Carrillo's arrest or past criminal history were not immediately available, though the investigation by the Las Cruces police continues. Arraignment details for Carrillo, have not yet been made public as of this report. Anyone with additional information about this incident is encouraged to contact the Las Cruces Police Department.
