Acoma Man Charged with Sexually Abusing Minors

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico – A disturbing case of child abuse has come to light in Acoma, New Mexico, with Bryan Gachupin, 21, an enrolled member of the Acoma Pueblo, being charged with two counts of sexual abuse of a minor.

According to court documents, in December 2024 and January 2025, Gachupin allegedly engaged in sexual acts with two different minors in separate incidents. The investigation was conducted by the Bureau of Indian Affairs, with assistance from the Acoma Police Department and the Regional Computer Forensics Laboratory (RCFL).

Acting U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made the announcement today, highlighting the severity of the charges and the importance of bringing those responsible to justice. Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Marshall is prosecuting the case.

Gachupin is currently out on conditions of release pending trial, which has not yet been scheduled. If convicted, he faces up to 15 years in prison for each count of sexual abuse of a minor.

An indictment is merely an allegation, and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

As the community comes to terms with this disturbing news, the importance of protecting children and holding those responsible for such heinous crimes accountable cannot be overstated.

The case serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and the importance of reporting any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Defendant: Bryan Gachupin, an enrolled member of the Acoma Pueblo.

Criminal Charges: Two counts of sexual abuse of a minor.

City and State: Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Crime Date: December 2024 and January 2025.

Sentence or Outcome: Currently out on conditions of release pending trial. Faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.

By: Grimy Times Crime Desk.

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