Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — APD investigators released the identity of the man who was shot by police on Tuesday near Sandia Casino.
Detectives attempted to detain Nicolas Roach on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, as part of an auto theft investigation. Two woman complied with officers, but Roach attempted to flee. Detectives attempted to use less-lethal options to stop Roach. Four officers exchanged gunfire with Roach, who was shot. Roach was transported to a local hospital where he remains in critical, but stable condition.
Detectives executed a search warrant on the vehicle and discovered a handgun and bullet casings inside the car.
Roach, 35, will be book on an existing arrest warrant when he is released from the hospital. Detectives are expected to file additional charges for Tuesday’s incident.
Over the next several months, the Multi-Agency Task Force will continue to investigate and analyze this incident. Detectives will interview any new witnesses that come forward and complete any forensic tests. After the investigation is complete, the case will be forwarded to the District Attorney’s Office to make any determination of criminal charges.
APD’s Internal Affairs Force Division will also investigate the shooting to determine whether the department’s policies were followed. The results of the administrative investigation will be forwarded to the city’s Superintendent of Police Reform to make final decisions on discipline.
APD’s Force Review Board, made up of deputy chiefs, will also review the incident to identify trends and potential policy changes that may be needed in response to any shortcomings that are identified.
