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Albuquerque, New Mexico - Jose Louise Trujillo, 22, has pleaded guilty to various charges such as conspiracy, interference with federal activities, firearm offenses, and fentanyl possession. Awaiting sentencing, he remains in custody following his May 24, 2023, indictment with his father, Demetrio Trujillo, and Solomon Peña.

Key Points

• Court records reveal that Trujillo assisted Peña with his campaign for District 14 of the New Mexico House of Representatives during the November 2022 mid-term elections, allowing Peña to use his bank account for campaign funding.
• After Peña's electoral defeat, he conspired with Trujillo to pressure the Bernalillo County Board of Commissioners to not certify the election results.
• Trujillo participated in a shooting at the home of an election official on December 11, 2023, and another shooting at the home of a former candidate on January 3, 2023, along with Peña and his father.
• Trujillo was arrested after these incidents while driving Peña’s car, leading to the discovery of firearms, ammunition, and 893 fentanyl pills.
• Trujillo faces a potential life sentence, followed by 5 years of supervised release, and fines up to $1,750,000.
• Solomon Peña and Demetrio Trujillo are set to stand trial in June 2024.