A second suspect has been arrested in the tragic murder of 13-year-old Michael Tubb in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as authorities uncover a disturbing connection to a decorated FBI agent’s family.
At a Glance
- Thomas Acee, 21, son of FBI Special Agent Bryan Acee, charged with murder of Michael Tubb
- Acee accused of firing shots from a vehicle, killing Tubb and injuring a teenage girl
- Second suspect arrested after Michael Flores, 21, was previously charged in October
- Acee faces over 23 charges and is linked to a separate 2022 shooting incident
- Motive for the shooting remains unclear, and it’s unknown if Tubb was specifically targeted
Son of FBI Agent Charged in Teen’s Murder
Thomas Acee, the 21-year-old son of a lauded FBI agent, has been charged with the murder of 13-year-old Michael Tubb in Downtown Albuquerque. The arrest marks a significant development in the case that has gripped the community since August when Tubb was found dead in a car, and his friend was shot in the leg.
Albuquerque police spokesman Gilbert Gallegos provided insight into the investigation, stating, “determined through investigation that Acee was with Flores on the night of the shooting.” This revelation connects Acee to Michael Flores, who was previously arrested in October for his alleged involvement in the crime.
Absolutely. The death penalty is antiquated, immoral, and ineffective, and costly. https://t.co/THOyN0SZxL
— Michael Tubbs (@MichaelDTubbs) March 13, 2019
Details of the Shooting and Investigation
The incident occurred under mysterious circumstances, with authorities still piecing together the events that led to the tragic death of young Michael Tubb. Gallegos further elaborated on Acee’s alleged role, saying, “Acee is accused of shooting several rounds at the car in which the victims were passengers.” The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators have not determined if Tubb was specifically targeted.
The investigation relied heavily on surveillance footage and cellphone records, which linked both Flores and Acee to the crime scene. Flores was implicated after allegedly attempting to sell the car used in the shooting, leading to his arrest in October. Acee was later apprehended at a sports bar and is currently held in solitary confinement due to his father’s position in law enforcement.
Thomas Acee’s arrest is not his first brush with the law. Despite being the son of FBI Special Agent Bryan Acee, known for his work against violent gangs, the younger Acee has a troubled past. In 2021, he faced charges of attempted robbery and shooting but was acquitted. More recently, in March, a DWI charge against him was dismissed due to lack of evidence.
