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Las Cruces Mother calls for justice as teen trial for son’s shooting nears
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Nina Gallegos , KVIA ABC-7
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –- A Las Cruces mother shared her worries about the local justice system ahead of a trial stemming from the shooting death of her 13-year-old son, Chris Carnero, that happened March 30. The trial for the accused teenager facing involuntary manslaughter charges is scheduled t...
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Key takeaway The trial for the accused teenager facing involuntary manslaughter charges is scheduled to begin July 28 in the Third Judicial District Court in Las Cruces.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The upcoming trial of the teenager accused of involuntary manslaughter in the shooting death of 13-year-old Chris Carnero will be closely watched in the El Paso area, particularly in neighboring Las Cruces where the incident occurred. As the trial approaches, concerns about the local justice system's handling of juvenile crime are coming to the forefront. Janel Carnero's worries about the potential sentence the defendant may face, if convicted, underscore a broader issue in the community about accountability for young offenders. The fact that the incident involved an alleged stolen firearm brought into a home raises questions about gun safety and the accessibility of firearms to minors. The community's response to Chris Carnero's death, with thousands sharing stories of his kindness, demonstrates the significant impact of his loss on Las Cruces. As the trial begins, the community will be looking for answers about how the justice system will address this tragedy and prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) –- A Las Cruces mother shared her worries about the local justice system ahead of a trial stemming from the shooting death of her 13-year-old son, Chris Carnero, that happened March 30. The trial for the accused teenager facing involuntary manslaughter charges is scheduled t...
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