Las Cruces Woman, 58, Booked on Felony Warrant Following Nmsu Arson Investigation

Allegedly... Robin Ann Appleton, 58, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on June 30, 2026. She was processed under booking number 2600005233 on a felony charge of failure to appear, with bond set at $5,000. Records indicate the arrest occurred at 201 W. Picacho Ave. in Las Cruces. According to news reports, Appleton was arrested in connection with a series of fires on the New Mexico State University campus. Court and news records show she faces additional allegations of arson, larceny, and criminal damage to property related to the campus incidents. Police had urged caution during the investigation that led to her apprehension. The charges are allegations, and Appleton is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.