Luna County Couple Sentenced in Child Abuse Case Involving Shed Confinement
A Luna County couple has been sentenced for child abuse after their 6-year-old daughter was found locked in a shed for over 24 hours. Bruce Anglin received a sentence of 7.5 years in prison, and Samantha Anglin was given a…
Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, September 24, 2026 — A Luna County couple has been sentenced for child abuse following an incident where their 6-year-old daughter was discovered locked inside a shed for more than 24 hours. The child required medical attention for injuries sustained during the confinement.
Bruce Anglin has received a prison sentence of 7.5 years for his role in the abuse. Samantha Anglin was given a suspended sentence and placed on probation.
The incident involved the child being confined in a shed for a period exceeding 24 hours. Details regarding the exact timeline of the confinement beyond the 24-hour duration, the specific circumstances leading to the child being locked in the shed, or the precise nature of the injuries sustained were not immediately available.
Following the discovery of the child’s situation, the couple faced charges related to child abuse. The sentencing phase has now concluded, with Bruce Anglin ordered to serve a significant prison term. Samantha Anglin’s sentence includes probation, indicating a different judicial outcome for her involvement. The child’s need for medical care underscores the severity of the case.
Further specifics concerning the investigation, the court proceedings, or the child’s current condition were not detailed in the available information. The case highlights the serious nature of child abuse and the legal consequences faced by offenders.
Story summarized from the original created by Jonathan Fjeld on www.kob.com, see more information here.
