Las Cruces Man, 40, Booked on Felony Charges Following Church Shooting

Allegedly... Matthew Albian Alarcon, 40, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on July 14, 2026. Alarcon, identified by booking number 2600005569, is being held without bond on felony charges following an arrest at a location marked as TOT DUSM. The current booking record includes a primary classification of all other offenses. According to news and court reports, the arrest follows a series of incidents including a shooting at St. Genevieve's Catholic Church and an attempted burglary at Miller Guns & Ammo. Investigators reportedly discovered a suspicious device during a subsequent search of Alarcon's residence, leading to additional charges. Previous reports indicate Alarcon is accused of desecration of a church, receiving a stolen firearm, tampering with evidence, and possession of burglary tools. The charges are allegations, and Matthew Albian Alarcon is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.