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Woman charged for breaking, entering after found naked in someone else’s tub in Mesilla
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· June 23, 2026
· 1 min read
MESILLA, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 46-year-old woman was arrested and charged after deputies found her naked in a bath tub in someone else's home, according to the Mesilla Marshal's Office Tuesday.
On June 19, a someone caring for the home noticed an open door and heard noises upstairs, the marshal's o...
Key takeaway (KVIA) -- A 46-year-old woman was arrested and charged after deputies found her naked in a bath tub in someone else's home, according to the Mesilla Marshal's Office Tuesday.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The incident in Mesilla raises concerns about home security in the El Paso area, particularly when homeowners are away. The fact that the homeowner was out of town and someone was able to enter the home without permission highlights the importance of having trusted individuals keep an eye on properties when owners are not present. In this case, the person caring for the home played a crucial role in alerting authorities to the break-in. Residents in nearby El Paso should take note of the potential vulnerabilities in their own neighborhoods and consider similar arrangements to prevent such incidents. The location of the incident, near Zia Middle School, also underscores the need for community vigilance in residential areas surrounding schools. As the case against Cristi Marie Poston moves forward, El Paso residents will be watching to see how the courts handle this unusual break-in and what measures can be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? MESILLA, N.M. (KVIA) -- A 46-year-old woman was arrested and charged after deputies found her naked in a bath tub in someone else's home, according to the Mesilla Marshal's Office Tuesday.
On June 19, a someone caring for the home noticed an open door and heard noises upstairs, the marshal's o...
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