Todd Perchert was driving his ’66 gold Mustang along Route 66 when an Albuquerque police chief, Harold Medina, crashed into him. Perchert underwent extensive surgery and faces lifelong injuries, prompting a lawsuit against the city for compensation and accountability. Medina’s truck collided with Perchert’s at a red light after a nearby gunshot, yet Medina and his wife emerged unscathed. An internal investigation is ongoing, raising questions about accountability and the handling of the aftermath. Perchert’s wife criticized Mayor Tim Keller for praising Medina, emphasizing the impact on their lives and the dismissive attitude towards Perchert’s injuries. The cherished Mustang was totaled, adding to their distress. Perchert now drives cautiously, wary of potential hazards on the road.
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Alejandro Acosta
Mr. Acosta is a lifelong resident of El Paso. He graduated from Cathedral High School in 2000 and graduated from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio in 2004. Mr. Acosta went on to attend Sandra Day O’ Connor College of Law (Arizona State Law School). He graduated in 2008, receiving his J.D. and his Indian Legal Certificate for his work in Indian Law and dealings with various tribal nations throughout Arizona. Alejandro has been licensed to practice law in Texas since 2008 and has been licensed in the State of New Mexico since 2011.
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