Albuquerque Man, 40, Booked on Battery Against a Household Member Charge

Allegedly... John Matthew Hernandez, 40, of Albuquerque, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on July 12, 2026. Hernandez is being held without bond under booking number 2600005524. The arrest took place at a residence located at 5539 Grove Dr. in Las Cruces on a misdemeanor charge of battery against a household member. In New Mexico, this charge typically involves the alleged unlawful touching or application of force to a family or household member in a rude, insolent, or angry manner. Because the arrest occurred within Doña Ana County, the case falls under the local magistrate or district court jurisdiction. The no-bond status indicates that the defendant is being held in custody until an initial appearance before a judge. The charges are allegations, and John Matthew Hernandez is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.