By Daily Mail (U.S.) | Created at 2024-11-18 18:41:31 | Updated at 2024-11-23 07:17:54
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Video footage has revealed the shocking moment a murder suspect attempts to escape an interrogation room after allegedly massacring his entire family.
Adlai Mestre, 24, shot and killed his family - including his mother, father, 17-year-old sister and even their family dog about a month ago in their Tijeras, New Mexico home, authorities believe.
Deputies from Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office released stunning video showing Mestre's arrest and attempt at escaping the interrogation room after being left unattended just hours after the massacre.
He is also heard praying, saying 'Jesus Christ, Heavenly father please bring peace to the others,' before he kicks through the wall and appears to try to make a run for it.
Court documents reveal Mestre was talking about 'killing them' and 'hearing seismic waves' at the time of his arrest, with deputies finding him holding a loaded gun, as reported by KOB4.
He nonchalantly told cops he 'had to kill them' after asking if they found their bodies.
Mestre reportedly has a history of mental health issues.
His older sister, who was reportedly not in the home at the time of the killing, confirmed that her brother was 'hearing voices' and not taking his medication.
Adlai Mestre, 24, shot and killed his entire family - including his mother, father, 17-year-old sister and even their family dog about a month ago in their Tijeras, New Mexico home, authorities believe
Deputies from Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office released stunning video showing Mestre's arrest and attempt at escaping the interrogation room after being left unattended just hours after the massacre
Bodycam footage captured the moment an officer breaks the heartbreaking news to her as he explains that her entire family is dead, after being shot by her little brother.
'Did he hear voices? Yes,' she said after weeping on camera.
'I'm pretty sure that's why.. even I started getting on his a*** about it,' she said regarding her brother taking his medication.
The suspect allegedly killed his mother Bertha, 51, father Raymundo, 46, sister Brielle, 17, and the family's dog on Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024.
Court documents reveal Mestre was talking about 'killing them' and 'hearing seismic waves' at the time of his arrest, with deputies finding him holding a loaded gun, as reported by KOB4
He is also heard praying to Jesus Christ saying 'Jesus Christ, Heavenly father please bring peace to the others,' before he kicks through the wall and appears to try to make a run for it
The Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation has set up a scholarship in honor of the 17-year-old victim, Brielle (pictured)
Mestre now faces multiple charges including murder, tampering with evidence, and escaping police custody.
He is currently in custody and is being evaluated to determine whether he is competent enough to stand trial.
The Carrie Tingley Hospital Foundation has set up a scholarship in honor of the 17-year-old victim, Brielle.
The 'Brielle Mestre Memorial Scholarship Fund' will be awarded to a child in the foundation that portrays Brielle's qualities of 'inclusion, leadership and kindness.'
