Alleged mastermind behind shootings at New Mexico Democrats' homes held without bail.
Solomon Peña, Republican Candidate for New Mexico House District 14, being taken into custody by APD police officers in SW Albuquerque, N.M., on Jan. 16, 2023.
"At this point, the charges against Mr. Peña are merely accusations that have not yet been tested by the full rigor of the judicial process," Peña's attorney, Roberta Yurcic, said in a statement to ABC News. "Mr. Peña is presumed innocent of the charges against him. Mr. Peña and I look forward to a full and fair investigation of these claims. I plan to fully defend Mr. Peña and fiercely safeguard his rights throughout this process.
Solomon Peña, Republican Candidate for New Mexico House District 14, being taken into custody by APD police officers in SW Albuquerque, N.M., on Jan. 16, 2023.Police allege Peña "paid the men cash and sent text messages with addresses where he wanted them to shoot at the homes." He also allegedly "went with the men and attempted to shoot at one of the homes, but the AR handgun he was using malfunctioned.
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