Las Cruces Man, 24, Booked on Felony Burglary and Assault Charges

Allegedly... Terrance Baker, 24, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on May 18, 2026. Under booking number 2600003977, he faces felony charges including aggravated residential burglary, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon against a household member, aggravated assault, and child abuse. He was arrested at a residence on the 1981 block of Embassy Drive and is currently being held without bond. According to news reports and police bodycam footage, Baker allegedly forced entry into his ex-girlfriend’s home by kicking down the door while armed with a knife. The incident led to a standoff with Las Cruces police officers before he was taken into custody. The charges involve allegations of an attempted stabbing and the presence of a child during the encounter. The charges are allegations, and Terrance Baker is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.