Mestre’s Insanity Defense Push | Albuquerque News

Adlai Mestre, accused of murdering his entire family—including his parents, his 17-year-old sister, and their dog—in a Tijeras ravine in October 2024, is now seeking an insanity defense. His bizarre behavior during arrest—including breaking out of an interrogation room—has fueled concerns about his mental state. Though defendants typically have 20 days to file such a defense, Mestre’s lawyers are asking for an extension, citing ongoing questions about his competency. A judge has yet to rule, and no trial date is set as the case hangs in legal limbo. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/66e55bfbc156cc59