Source: Office of United States Attorneys
ALBUQUERQUE – A Bosque Farms man has been charged with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition by a prohibited person as part of an ongoing effort to combat violent crime and protect families in tribal communities through community-focused initiatives.
According to court documents, on or about July 14, 2024, Warren Chewiwi, 51, an enrolled member of the Isleta Pueblo, possessed a 12-gauge shotgun. Chewiwi is prohibited by law from possessing any firearm because he has two prior felony convictions and four prior convictions for misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence. Chewiwi’s prior convictions span three different New Mexico sovereigns—the federal government, the State of New Mexico, and the Isleta Pueblo.
Chewiwi will remain in custody pending trial. At sentencing, Chewiwi faces up to 15 years in prison, followed by three years of supervised release.
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez made the announcement today.
The Isleta Pueblo Police Department investigated this case. Assistant U.S. Attorney Zachary C. Jones is prosecuting the case.