Enchilada Dispute Turns Fatal
New Mexico Man Charged With Murder Following Dispute Over Spicier Enchiladas
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A 22-year-old New Mexico man is accused of fatally shooting his cousin after a heated argument over whose green chile enchiladas were spicier. KIRO 7 reports that Ervin Joaquin Gutierrez shot Nathaniel Cavazos multiple times during a family gathering where the men had been drinking. The shooting came after Gutierrez antagonized Cavazos about the spice level in his food.
The family was together at an apartment when the argument escalated. Another cousin tried to defuse the tension by suggesting the men take the dogs for a walk. Instead, Gutierrez pulled a gun and opened fire on Cavazos. Gutierrez surrendered to authorities and now faces an open murder charge.
How a Cooking Debate Turned Deadly
The argument started over a simple question: whose enchiladas had the right amount of heat? KIRO 7 says Gutierrez began antagonizing his cousin about the green chile spice level. The two men were drinking at the apartment when the disagreement began. What started as banter quickly grew into a serious conflict between family members.
A Failed Attempt to Cool Things Down
As tensions rose, a third family member tried to prevent disaster. KIRO 7 reports the other cousin suggested they walk the dogs together to calm down. This could have stopped everything. Instead, Gutierrez decided to act with violence, pulling out a gun and firing multiple shots at Cavazos.
Arrest and Murder Charge
After shooting his cousin, Gutierrez did not flee. KIRO 7 reports the 22-year-old surrendered to authorities at the scene. He was charged with open murder in connection with Cavazos's death. The case highlights how quickly family gatherings can turn tragic over disputes that seem minor on the surface.
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