Suspect in felony arson at Marshalls arrested on warrant

Albuquerque, NMCrime

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Nicholas Castillo, wanted for felony arson, was arrested Saturday in Albuquerque after being recognized by police. The arrest stemmed from a September 18 incident at a Marshalls store. Castillo was taken into custody and booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center.

Nicholas Castillo was arrested Saturday in Albuquerque on an outstanding felony warrant for arson. Police recognized him from a Crime Stoppers bulletin while on the 100 block of San Mateo Drive NE. The warrant related to a September 18 incident at a Marshalls store located at 9500 Montgomery NE. After verifying the warrant, Castillo was taken into custody and interviewed by Albuquerque Fire Rescue investigators. He was later booked into the Metropolitan Detention Center. This case is part of ongoing efforts by local authorities to combat arson and other related crimes, reflecting a commitment to public safety. The Albuquerque Fire Rescue’s social media post served to inform the community about the arrest. Castillo’s apprehension may lead to further investigations into similar incidents in the area.

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