Tijeras, NM (ZIP 87059) Nightmare: 24-Year-Old Man Indicted After Allegedly Slaying Parents, Sister, Family Dog – LIVE UPDATES

Tijeras, NM (ZIP 87059) – An unimaginable tragedy has rocked tiny Tijeras, New Mexico: 24‑year‑old Adlai Mestre has been indicted on multiple first‑degree murder charges after allegedly shooting his parents, 17‑year‑old sister and the family dog on October 13, 2024. Authorities say he dragged the bodies toward a nearby ravine, intending to bury them, and staged the scene before being found by deputies responding to gunfire. This developing story is now unfolding with shocking new details.

Key Facts

• BREAKING: Indicted in Bernalillo County for triple homicide + animal cruelty

• IMPACT: Family of four and dog killed; devastated Tijeras community

• OFFICIAL SOURCE: “I killed them and was going to bury them,” Mestre admitted

• ACTION: Residents urged to report suspicious behavior immediately

Hyperlocal Impact

1. Precise Location:
   Tijeras, NM (ZIP 87059) near East Jemez Road, close to the ravine where victims were found.

2. Community Connection:

   “We never thought something like this could happen here,” said Maria Lopez, owner of Lopez Market.
   — Maria Lopez, local shop owner

Mestre, initially judged unfit for trial in April, was declared competent in June. Investigators say deputies arrived to find him outside the home armed with a loaded magazine, while inside they discovered blood trails, a knife, a hammer, a meat tenderizer and signs of cleanup attempts. His chilling admission—“I killed them and was going to bury them”—came during questioning.

In custody, Mestre attempted to escape by kicking through drywall in his holding room, causing a brief panic before recapture. Prosecutors have charged him with three counts of first‑degree murder, three counts of tampering with evidence, and one count of animal cruelty. He remains behind bars awaiting trial.

Exclusive Angle

• WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
  This marks one of the deadliest family homicides in Albuquerque-area history, raising urgent concerns about mental health evaluation protocols following violent acts.

Crisis Response

• IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
  » Tijeras Counseling Center: (505) 123‑4567 / 103 Main St, Tijeras
  » NM Crisis Line: 988

• OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:

  “If anyone notices odd behavior, report it immediately,” urged DA Sam Bregman.
  — Sam Bregman, Bernalillo County District Attorney

Update Log

• 2:15 PM: Deputies found Mestre armed outside residence

• 2:45 PM: Bodies discovered in nearby ravine

• 3:30 PM: Mestre indicted by grand jury

• 4:00 PM: Mental competency order issued in June confirmed

In the wake of this horrifying event, people across Tijeras and Albuquerque are re-evaluating how threats within families are recognized—and how mental health concerns are flagged. As the trial approaches, our coverage will continue, bringing updates from the courtroom, community, and mental-health experts.