Man from Santa Fe, N.M., faces federal charges for allegedly robbing banks in Santa Fe and Española

The complaint further alleges Padilla committed the third bank robbery in Santa Fe on September 26.  Padilla allegedly received money from a teller after presenting a demand note.  

            The FBI arrested Padilla yesterday in Santa Fe.  He is currently in custody awaiting preliminary and detention hearings scheduled for tomorrow.  Padilla faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted.  A criminal complaint is only an accusation.  A defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty.      

            The FBI investigated this case with assistance from the Espanola Police Department.  Assistant U.S. Attorney Eva Fontanez is prosecuting the case.