AG Balderas Statement Regarding the Detention of James Stewart Sr. & Teri Sanchez

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 15, 2018

Contact: James Hallinan (505) 660-2216

Albuquerque, NM – Attorney General Hector Balderas released the following statement in response to the pretrial detention of James Stewart Sr. and Teri Sanchez:

“I’m pleased with Judge Hart’s ruling that both defendants accused of horrific crimes against their seven-year-old daughter will stay in jail pending formal charges and trial. I applaud the courageous witnesses who partnered with our office to protect children, and we will continue to pursue justice for all New Mexico children.”

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