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Fernando Brown, a 35-year-old enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, brutally assaulted a victim in Yatahey, New Mexico, on March 28 and 29, 2025, leaving the person with temporary but substantial disfigurement. The vicious attack has led to Brown pleading guilty to federal firearms offenses. The incident occurred in Yatahey, a small community in New Mexico, and the investigation was led by the Gallup Resident Agency of the FBI’s Albuquerque Field Office, with assistance from the Ramah-Navajo Police Department.
Brown’s guilty plea to assault resulting in substantial bodily injury could result in a prison sentence of up to five years. The case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorney Aaron Jordan, with First Assistant U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison and FBI Special Agent in Charge Justin A. Garris announcing the plea.
The investigation and subsequent guilty plea demonstrate the commitment of law enforcement agencies to holding perpetrators of violent crimes accountable. The collaboration between the FBI and local law enforcement, such as the Ramah-Navajo Police Department, is crucial in bringing justice to victims and their families.
The sentencing of Fernando Brown will be a significant step in the pursuit of justice for the victim. The case highlights the importance of addressing violent crime in New Mexico and the need for continued cooperation between law enforcement agencies to ensure public safety.
📋 Key Facts
- Crime: Violent Crime
- Defendant: New Mexico
- Location: NM
- Source: DOJ Press Release
