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Man Killed in Brutal Baseball Bat Attack in SE Albuquerque
20 Jun
Summary
- Suspect arrested for fatal baseball bat attack on Dwayne Burwell.
- Attack occurred outside the Smoke Depot on San Pedro SE.
- Suspect was already on pretrial services for a prior shoplifting charge.
A fatal baseball bat attack in Southeast Albuquerque has led to murder charges against Darren DeHerrera, 30. The victim, 46-year-old Dwayne Burwell, was assaulted on June 11 around 1 a.m. near the Smoke Depot at 116 San Pedro SE. Burwell sustained critical injuries, including skull fractures, and passed away at a hospital on June 14.
Police identified DeHerrera, also known as "Strife," as the suspect. A witness reported seeing him beat Burwell with a baseball bat. Surveillance footage further indicated that DeHerrera entered the shop with the bat and then pursued Burwell outside, attacking him without apparent provocation.
Adding to the case, DeHerrera was reportedly already involved in the justice system. He had been charged in April with shoplifting over $500 worth of merchandise and conspiracy. Following his placement on pretrial services on June 15 for that case, a warrant was issued for his arrest in Burwell's killing the very next day.
