Laguna Man Sentenced for Assault

ALBUQUERQUE – A Laguna man was sentenced to 24 months in prison for violent assault.

There is no parole in the federal system.

According to court records, on August 18, 2023, Kenzie Alonzo, 26, an enrolled member of the Pueblo of Laguna, physically assaulted Jane Doe during a verbal altercation. As a result, Jane Doe sustained serious bodily injury, including a concussion, severe bruising, and bite marks, requiring emergency medical transport and hospitalization.

Alonzo pled guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Upon his release from prison, Alonzo will be subject to three years of supervised release.

Acting U.S. Attorney Ryan Ellison made the announcement today.

The Bureau of Indian Affairs investigated this case with assistance from the Zia Police Department. Assistant United States Attorney Jesse Pecoraro is prosecuting the case.

This press release was posted November 13, after the end of the federal government shutdown.