Albuquerque, New Mexico – The community is in shock following a horrifying crime that took place on Thanksgiving Day in 2022. Connie Denio was tragically killed and dismembered by her husband, Karlan Denio, in what has been described as an incredibly gruesome act of violence.
The incident occurred just hours before family members were expected to arrive for a Thanksgiving dinner. Karlan’s brother, Darin Denio, had traveled to Albuquerque for the holiday and became concerned when his calls to his brother and sister-in-law went unanswered. Alarmed, Darin contacted his sister, Tami Pacheco, and together they decided to check on the couple.
Upon arriving at the house, Darin and Tami found the situation far worse than they could have imagined. After gaining entry to the home through the garage, they discovered the dismembered body of Connie Denio inside the bedroom. Her husband, Karlan, was found lying in bed with self-inflicted injuries.
The police were immediately called to the scene, where they detained Karlan Denio and transported him to a local hospital for treatment. He now faces charges of first-degree murder. The motive behind this horrific act remains under investigation, but the crime has left both the family and the wider Albuquerque community in deep sorrow.
Connie Denio’s untimely death on what is typically a day of gratitude has sent shockwaves throughout the community, as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading up to this tragic event.