Phoenix Man, 46, Booked Into Doña Ana County on Federal Transfer

Allegedly... Valentin Alberto-castro, a 46-year-old resident of Phoenix, Arizona, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on July 20, 2026. He is being held without bond under booking number 2600005733. The records indicate he was processed at the facility following a federal transfer. While the specific nature of the allegations is categorized under general felony offenses, the arrest location of "FED TRANSFER" indicates the individual was moved from federal custody into the local detention system. This typically occurs when a defendant is facing federal charges or is being held for federal authorities while awaiting local court proceedings in New Mexico. The charges are allegations, and Valentin Alberto-castro is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.