Jonathan Jojola, Assault by Strangling, New Mexico 2024

ALBUQERQUE, N.M. – In a shocking turn of events, 33-year-old Jonathan Jojola, an enrolled member of the Isleta Pueblo, has been arraigned in federal court on a two-count indictment charging him with assault of an intimate partner by strangling or suffocating and aggravated sexual abuse in Indian Country.

According to the indictment, on March 28, Jojola allegedly engaged in a sexual act with the victim, identified in court records as Jane Doe, by the use of force. On March 29, Jojola allegedly assaulted Jane Doe by attempting to strangle and suffocate her. Both incidents allegedly occurred on the Isleta Pueblo in Bernalillo County, New Mexico.

An indictment is only an allegation. A defendant is considered innocent unless and until proven guilty. If convicted, Jojola faces 10 years in prison.

The Isleta Pueblo Police Department investigated this case. Special Assistant U.S. Attorney Chelsea Van Deventer is prosecuting the case. The alleged victim, Jane Doe, has not commented on the matter. The Isleta Pueblo Community is in shock following the news.

The case has sparked a heated debate on the rising rates of domestic violence and sexual abuse in Indian Country. ‘This case highlights the need for tougher laws and more support for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse,’ said a local advocate. ‘We need to do more to protect our communities and hold perpetrators accountable.’

Jojola’s arraignment has left many in the Isleta Pueblo Community wondering what could have been done to prevent the alleged abuse. ‘We need to do better in preventing these types of crimes from happening in the first place,’ said a community leader. ‘We need to educate our youth and provide more resources for victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse.’

The case is ongoing, and Jojola’s next court appearance is scheduled for [insert date]. The public is encouraged to stay tuned for updates on this developing story. In the meantime, the Isleta Pueblo Community is coming together to support the alleged victim and her family.

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