Family of Murder Victim Attacks Suspect During New Mexico Court Hearing

A dramatic courtroom brawl unfolded as the uncle and stepfather of Alianna Farfan assaulted Alexander Ortiz, accused of her murder, citing grief and anger over her death.

Alexander Ortiz, accused of murdering his ex-girlfriend Alianna Farfan and another woman, was attacked during a procedural hearing in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Farfan's uncle, Carlos Lucero, and stepfather, Pete Ysasi, leapt over a courtroom barrier to assault Ortiz, claiming he 'killed her like a coward.'
The brawl involved multiple individuals, including Ortiz's father, Joeray Ortiz, who claimed to intervene to stop the fight, and a corrections officer who was injured during the altercation.
Both Lucero and Ysasi were charged with felony battery on a peace officer and assault, though they were released shortly after their arrests.
Court officials emphasized the need for enhanced security following the incident, which was captured on video and widely circulated online.