Woman & Bystander Fatally Shot in Farmington

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at 4:00 PM

Andrew Wittenberg (Courtesy: Farmington Police Dept.)

Andrew Wittenberg has been charged with aggravated burglary, larceny of a firearm, two counts of first-degree murder, and tampering with evidence. The investigation is still ongoing, and more information will be provided as it becomes available.

From Farmington Police

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

The investigation into Tuesday’s shootings in multiple locations remains ongoing, and law enforcement is now able to provide additional details.

On October 21, 2024, at approximately 5:12 a.m., officers were dispatched to 4900 Kayenta Drive in response to a breaking and entering. The residents had barricaded themselves in a room while the suspect, Andrew Wittenberg (35), was in the house. While inside, the suspect stole a rifle and then fled the scene on foot.

While officers were en route, shots were heard in the vicinity. The suspect went to 2915 English Road, where he shot and killed his girlfriend, Kelly Heath (46).

The suspect proceeded to 3720 Herrera Road, where he approached a business while armed with the rifle and requested a ride from an employee. The employee barricaded themself inside the building. Another employee, Brent Francis (25), was in a vehicle on the property. The suspect opened fire at Mr. Francis, fatally shooting him. The suspect then left the area and discarded the rifle, which was later located by law enforcement.

The suspect proceeded toward Main Street, where he was intercepted by law enforcement and taken into custody in the 3800 block of East Main Street.

More from Local News

Navajo Nation agrees (again) to help fund N-36/NM 371 Intersection Improvements

The agreement authorizes NDOT to transfer $2,790,647 to NMDOT to administer procurement and construction of the NM371/N36 Intersection Improvement Project. This long-needed project will include roadway widening and the installation of a traffic signal and lighting system designed to reduce accidents, improve traffic flow, and enhance overall public safety for residents, school buses, emergency responders, and travelers who rely on this heavily used corridor.
Racing Commission Approves SunRay Move to Clovis

The move will not affect the 2026 racing season in San Juan County. Live racing is scheduled for April 17 – May 24, 2026. San Juan County has previously said that McGee Park and the San Juan County Fairgrounds would not be impacted by any changes at the casino and horse racing track.
*Update* Arrest Made in Child's Death

The suspect, John Hannon, the child’s father, was arrested on 2/9/26 on unrelated charges. He was served with the following charges while at the San Juan County Adult Detention Center:
90 Dogs Rescued in Bloomfield

The rescue effort also received substantial financial support, from various donors. This outside support significantly reduced the financial impact on local resources and ensured the operation did not place a major burden on San Juan County taxpayers.
Resident Dies after House Fire N. of Aztec

Crews arrived to find a structure on fire and the occupant inside. Despite a quick response from fire crews and efforts by San Juan County Sheriff’s Deputies, one occupant was removed from the structure by firefighters and transported to the hospital by San Juan Regional Medical Center EMS. The occupant was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Diné College Selects New President

Dr. Jackson-Dennison, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation (Diné), brings nearly four decades of experience in educational leadership, with a career dedicated to advancing Indigenous sovereignty, self-determination, and academic excellence. Her leadership reflects a unique ability to integrate Indigenous knowledge systems with Western academic frameworks, a hallmark of her scholarship and professional practice.