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Jury selection begins in trial of fatal Las Cruces shooting of teen
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jocelyn Flores , KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 24, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Jury selection for the juvenile suspect accused of firing a weapon that killed 13-year-old Chis Carnero earlier this year began on Friday, July 24, in a Las Cruces courtroom. According to court records, jury selection will continue on Tuesday, July 28, followed by a heari...
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Key takeaway According to court records, jury selection will continue on Tuesday, July 28, followed by a hearing.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The trial of the juvenile suspect in the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Chis Carnero is a somber reminder of the violent crimes that affect the broader El Paso area, including neighboring cities like Las Cruces. As jury selection gets underway, the community will be watching closely to see how the justice system handles this tragic case. The fact that the suspect is a juvenile will likely be a key factor in the trial, raising questions about accountability and rehabilitation for young offenders. The outcome of this trial may also have implications for how similar cases are handled in El Paso County, where concerns about public safety and juvenile justice are ongoing. With jury selection set to continue on Tuesday, the community will be awaiting the next steps in this difficult and emotional case.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- Jury selection for the juvenile suspect accused of firing a weapon that killed 13-year-old Chis Carnero earlier this year began on Friday, July 24, in a Las Cruces courtroom. According to court records, jury selection will continue on Tuesday, July 28, followed by a heari...
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