Las Cruces Man, 24, Booked on Felony Aggravated Battery Charges

Allegedly... Shannyn Salazar, 24, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on Oct. 27, 2026. Salazar faces a felony charge of aggravated battery against a household member causing great bodily harm, alongside misdemeanor counts of interference with communication and criminal damage to property. The arrest occurred at 965 Palme and the booking record indicates no bond has been set. Under New Mexico law, aggravated battery against a household member involves the alleged intentional touching or striking of a family or household member with the intent to injure. The felony classification specifically addresses instances where the alleged actions result in great bodily harm, which is defined as an injury that creates a high probability of death or causes serious permanent disfigurement or impairment. The charges are allegations, and Salazar is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.