Video Shows Bernalillo County Deputy Punched During Arrest Attempt in Albuquerque
Video released by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office shows a deputy being punched in the face while attempting an arrest for open narcotics use near Isleta and Arenal in Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, November 6, 2026 —
Footage released by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO) captures a violent encounter where a deputy is seen being struck in the face while attempting to make an arrest.
The incident occurred in Albuquerque near the intersection of Isleta and Arenal. According to information provided with the video’s release, the deputy was attempting to apprehend an individual suspected of open narcotics use.
The video, shared by the BCSO, shows the moment the deputy was punched. The specific date and time of the incident were not immediately available. The names of the deputy involved and the individual being arrested were also not provided by the Sheriff’s Office.
Further details regarding the outcome of the arrest attempt, including whether the suspect was apprehended or any injuries sustained by either party, were not disclosed. The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office has not released further information beyond what is visible in the video and the initial description of the event.
The area where the incident took place is located in Albuquerque. The reason for the arrest attempt, as stated by the BCSO, was for alleged open narcotics use. The investigation into the incident and any potential charges are ongoing, with details pending further official statements.
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