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Cordalle Landon White, a 41-year-old Shiprock man, allegedly carjacked an SUV at gunpoint, forcing two occupants out of the vehicle before fleeing the scene in Shiprock, New Mexico, on September 28, 2022. White, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, is accused of approaching the victims, pointing a handgun at one of them, and threatening to shoot before taking control of the vehicle. The motive behind the carjacking is not clear, but the investigation is ongoing. The victims were able to escape unharmed, but the incident has left the community shaken.
Navajo Police Department officers recovered the stolen SUV in Cudei, New Mexico, and found a loaded handgun inside. The investigation led to White’s identification through a photo lineup and DNA evidence recovered from the firearm. The FBI’s Albuquerque Field Office, along with the Navajo Nation Police Department, played a crucial role in the investigation.
White is currently facing federal charges for the armed carjacking and will remain in custody pending trial. If convicted, he faces up to 15 years in prison. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Marshall, and the trial date has not been scheduled yet.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of violent crime in New Mexico, particularly in the Shiprock area. The collaboration between federal and local law enforcement agencies is crucial in combating such crimes and ensuring public safety. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Violent Crime
- Defendant: New Mexico
- Location: NM
- Source: DOJ Press Release
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