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Ferrigno Yuselew, 37, of Zuni, New Mexico, Sentenced to 21 Months in Prison for Assaulting His Wife in Indian Country
ALBUQUERQUE – In a shocking turn of events, Ferrigno Yuselew, 37, of Zuni, New Mexico, was sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for assault of an intimate partner by strangling or suffocating in Indian Country.
Yuselew, an enrolled member of the Zuni Pueblo, pleaded guilty to this offense on December 17, 2019. In his plea agreement, he admitted to committing the offense two years earlier, on December 17, 2015, in McKinley County, New Mexico.
The heinous crime occurred at Yuselew’s home within the boundaries of Zuni Pueblo. According to court documents, Yuselew put his hands around his wife’s neck and choked her until she passed out. Their two children were present at the home when the assault occurred.
The Pueblo of Zuni Tribal Police Department investigated this case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Allison Jaros prosecuted the case, bringing Yuselew to justice for his horrific crime.
Yuselew’s sentence of 21 months in prison is a harsh reminder that domestic violence will not be tolerated in our communities. We hope that this sentence serves as a warning to others who would commit similar crimes.
Ferrigno Yuselew’s case is a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence. We will continue to report on cases like this, shedding light on the issue and advocating for justice for victims and their families.
In related news, the Zuni Pueblo community is coming together to support victims of domestic violence and to raise awareness about this critical issue.
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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