Joann Marie Apodaca-Caballero, 47, was found dead in her Clovis, New Mexico, home on August 24, 2022. Officers discovered her body on a couch at a North Lee Street residence; she had been shot in the face and was covered with clothing when found.

Police arrested Joann’s son, Martin Caballero, after receiving a call that he had killed his mother. He was taken into custody without incident and has been charged with murder. Court records referenced in reporting note a history of violent behavior and drug use for Martin, but no specific motive for the killing has been disclosed.

The community reacted with sorrow and tributes to Joann’s memory. Does anyone with information about Joann, the household on North Lee Street, or the events leading up to August 24, 2022, have details to share?