Albuquerque Police Chief Harold Medina’s crash in February sparked controversy at a recent city council meeting. Medina admitted to running a red light to avoid gunfire, resulting in a collision with Todd Perchert’s Mustang. Ryan Stone of APD’s Crash Review Board defended Medina’s actions, deeming the crash unavoidable due to the perceived threat.
Although there was talk of a no-confidence vote, it was withdrawn for further discussion. Councilor Louie Sanchez raised concerns about inconsistencies in reactions to the crash and questioned the investigation’s integrity, highlighting potential conflicts of interest within APD. Despite public scrutiny, Mayor Tim Keller’s support for Medina remains pivotal in determining the chief’s fate.
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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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