Father arrested for fatal shooting of adult son in NW Albuquerque

Key points

• Mark Leib, 64, was arrested for the murder of his son, Matthew Leib, 34.
• The shooting occurred at their home on the 6200 block of Sabre Court NW, near 4th Street and Osuna Road.
• The incident began around 10:30 p.m. on Sunday when Mark returned home threatening violence.
• Mark Leib faces one count of murder, two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and one count of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
• A neighbor called 911 after hearing the commotion, prompting police to the scene where they found Matthew deceased.

Background

This incident adds to a series of violent events in Albuquerque in September 2026. Earlier in the month, a fatal shooting occurred near Coors Blvd and Central Ave, and another fatal shooting took place in the University Place area. This case is distinct as it involves a family member killing another, rather than a stranger or unrelated dispute.

How outlets are covering it

KOAT and ABQ RAW reported the incident as a general fatal shooting with one person in custody, without identifying the victims or the relationship between them. KOB 4 provided the most detailed account, identifying the suspect as the father and the victim as the son, and detailing the sequence of events including the assault on the girlfriend. The Albuquerque Journal's coverage was largely obscured by website code, but the title indicated an investigation into a fatal shooting on the West Side, which aligns with the location but lacks the specific details provided by KOB 4.

Why it matters

This case highlights the severity of domestic violence and the tragic consequences of family disputes. The arrest of a parent for the murder of an adult child underscores the need for community awareness and intervention in situations involving domestic threats and violence.

What to watch

Mark Leib is expected to appear in court to face the charges of murder and aggravated assault. The Albuquerque Police Department's Homicide Unit will continue its investigation to gather further evidence and witness statements.