Los Alamos Reporter

District Attorney’s Office Dismisses Child Abuse Charge Against Jordan Redmond Without Prejudice

BY MAIRE O’NEILL
maire@losalamosreporter.com

The First Judicial District Attorney’s Office has dismissed the child abuse charge filed October 31 in Los Alamos Magistrate Court against Los Alamos resident Jordan Redmond without prejudice. The notice, filed by Asst. District Attorney Elizabeth Counce states that the charge is “dismissed pending further investigation as to the viability of the case”.

“The criminal charges or other charges resulting from the same incident may be refiled, amended and refiled or presented to the Grand Jury at a later date,” the notice states.

The Reporter used language from the criminal complaint filed in Los Alamos Magistrate Court stating that the 11-year old mentioned in the case had taken the firearm in question to school. Although the criminal complaint indicates that the child carried the firearm in their backpack into their school, the firearm was actually eventually discovered in the child’s bedroom in his mother’s home and not at a school.

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Los Alamos Public Schools Supt. Jennifer Guy clarified for parents Thursday afternoon in a letter that the incident did not take place at an LAPS school or on any LAPS property. Although the criminal complaint indicates that the child carried the firearm in their backpack into their school, the firearm was actually eventually discovered in the child’s bedroom in his mother’s home and not at the “private school”.

“We understand that events like this can cause concern and worry. Los Alamos Public Schools stands ready to assist our colleagues at the private school with any support they may need, including counseling and student or staff wellness services,” Supt. Guy wrote. “As always, we encourage all families to remain vigilant about firearm safety. Please ensure that any firearms in your home are stored securely, locked, and inaccessible to children or unauthorized individuals. Talking with your child about safety and responsibility can make an important difference.”

The Reporter will continue to follow this story.