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Tragic Crash: 13-Year-Old Faces Murder Charges

3/18/2025

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In a tragic incident in May 2024, 63-year-old Scott Habermehl lost his life when a stolen vehicle, driven by a 13-year-old boy, struck him in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Alongside the driver, two other juveniles, aged 11 and 15, were involved. The young driver now faces serious charges, including murder, while the 11-year-old escapes such charges due to age.

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In a tragic incident in May 2024, 63-year-old Scott Habermehl lost his life when a stolen vehicle, driven by a 13-year-old boy, struck him in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Alongside the driver, two other juveniles, aged 11 and 15, were involved. The young driver now faces serious charges, including murder, while the 11-year-old escapes such charges due to age.