New Mexico Father Kills Partner, Then Himself, While Children Were Home
Authorities are investigating a murder-suicide that occurred Saturday morning in Las Cruces, where five children were present.
A domestic incident in Las Cruces, New Mexico, resulted in the deaths of two adults and left five children unharmed but present during the violence. Police responded to a residence around 8:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 26, 2026, and discovered the bodies of Angelica Aguirre, 30, and Shane Perez, 46.
Authorities have classified the event as a murder-suicide, concluding that Perez shot Aguirre before taking his own life. The couple's five children, ranging in age from 3 to 14, were inside the home at the time of the incident but did not sustain physical injuries. The motive behind the violence remains under investigation.
Social media posts from Aguirre depicted a seemingly stable family life, including photos of outings and expressions of gratitude toward Perez. In November of the previous year, she shared a message thanking Perez for his contributions to the family.
If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, resources are available. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 800-273-TALK (8255), and the Crisis Text Line can be contacted by texting 741741. Additionally, the 24/7 National Suicide Prevention Hotline is available by dialing 988, or individuals can visit SuicidePreventionLifeline.org.