After a thorough and ongoing investigation by detectives and working with the district attorney's office, a thorough review of the case was conducted, and the decision to proceed with criminal charges was made. A warrant was issued to charge Heather Fernandez-Hoefer. She was taken into custody without incident on April 1, 2025.
From Farmington Police Department:
Wednesday, April 2, 2025
The Farmington Police Department has arrested and charged Heather Fernandez-Hoefer (51) with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence in connection with a 2020 homicide.
On November 29, 2020, officers responded to a residence in the 700 block of South Ivie Avenue regarding a report of an unresponsive individual. Upon arrival, officers discovered Robert Hoefer (49) deceased from three apparent stab wounds. Heather Fernandez-Hoefer, who made the 911 call, provided conflicting statements during the initial investigation.
After a thorough and ongoing investigation by detectives and working with the district attorney's office, a thorough review of the case was conducted, and the decision to proceed with criminal charges was made. A warrant was issued to charge Heather Fernandez-Hoefer. She was taken into custody without incident on April 1, 2025.
The Farmington Police Department continues to investigate this case. Anyone with additional information is encouraged to contact Farmington Police Department Detectives at 505-599-1068.
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