ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – A mother from Shiprock has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of her 7-year-old daughter. Maylene John, 33, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, will remain in custody pending trial, which has not been scheduled.
The alleged crime took place on Oct. 24, 2022, when John allegedly stabbed her daughter in the chest. According to the indictment and other court records, John claimed not to know what precipitated the stabbing and that she “blacked out” after the incident.
An indictment is only an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. If convicted, John faces up to life in prison.
The Farmington Resident Agency of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case with assistance from the Navajo Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Caitlin L. Dillon is prosecuting the case.
A federal grand jury indicted John on May 24. John will have to face the consequences of her actions in court if she is found guilty.
Second-degree murder is a serious crime, punishable by up to life in prison. The investigation into this case is ongoing, and the outcome is uncertain at this time.
John’s case has sent shockwaves through the community, and many are looking for answers about what led to this tragic event.
The community is waiting with bated breath for the outcome of this case, and many are hoping for justice to be served.
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Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Violent Crime
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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