Albuquerque police search for murder suspect
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ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A manhunt is underway for a murder suspect who police say is armed and dangerous.
Police are looking for 20-year-old Julius Falero. They accuse Falero of shooting his ex-girlfriend, 19-year-old Jazmin Lerma, Sunday morning.
This happened at a North Valley home near 4th and San Clemente Avenue NW.
Police said officers were called to the home around 7:30 a.m. because Falero was holding his ex-girlfriend against her will.
Upon arrival, officers said they heard gunshots and began to retreat before going into the home. When officers went inside, they found a woman shot. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Falero fled the area on foot. Police said he was last seen in the area of 2nd and Griegos.
“He has an active felony warrant for a violent crime that happened recently, I think at his workplace,” said Gilbert Gallegos, APD spokesman. “He shot an individual a couple of times.”
Anyone with information about Falero is asked to call 505-242-COPS.
This is a developing story. Stay with KOB 4 Eyewitness News and KOB.com for updates.