New Mexico State Police received an anonymous tip that the two boys were hiding out in a vacant apartment at the Canyon Vista Apartment complex in Albuquerque. State Police Investigations Bureau agents made contact with the juveniles, both were taken into custody without incident.  

Two Juveniles Walk Away from Boys Reintegration Center

Albuquerque, NM - On February 18, 2019 around 9:00 p.m. the New Mexico State Police was called to the Albuquerque Boys Reintegration Center located at 4000 Edith Boulevard for two juveniles that had walked away from the facility. The two juveniles were identified as Randy Torrez (16) and Jose Lopez (16) both from Roswell.

Randy Torrez is described as a Hispanic male who is 5’7”, 180 pounds with dark brown hair and brown eyes.  He was placed under the supervision of the facility for aggravated battery resulting in great bodily harm.  

Jose Lopez is described as a Hispanic male who is 4’11”, 100 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. He was placed under the supervision of the facility for unlawful possession of a handgun. 

It is believed the boys were picked up by someone in a vehicle and could be headed back to Roswell.  It is unknown what the boys were wearing when they absconded from the facility.  If anyone has information as to the whereabouts of Torrez or Lopez call the New Mexico State Police at (505) 841-9256 option 3.