Road Rage Incident Claims Life of 14-Year-Old in Las Cruces

Las Cruces, New Mexico — A tragic incident unfolded on June 2 when a 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in what authorities believe may have been a road rage altercation. The shooting occurred around 9 p.m. near the intersection of Solano Drive and Spruce Avenue, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement. Upon arrival … Read more

Shooting at Las Cruces Park Leaves Three Dead, Multiple Injured Following Unsanctioned Car Show

Las Cruces, NM — A tragic shooting at a local park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, resulted in the deaths of three individuals and injuries to 15 others on a recent Friday night. Authorities have apprehended four youths, including a 20-year-old man, in connection to the violent incident which disrupted an impromptu gathering of approximately … Read more

Tragedy in Las Cruces: Park Shooting Leaves Several Injured, One Feared Deceased

Las Cruces, NM – A violent outbreak at a popular community park in Las Cruces resulted in several people being rushed to the hospital, with one individual tragically feared dead, officials reported on Sunday. The incident, which caused panic and fear among residents enjoying a typically peaceful afternoon, is the latest in a series of … Read more

Tragedy at Las Cruces Park: Unauthorized Car Show Turns Deadly with Three Killed and Multiple Injured

Las Cruces, NM — A tragic shooting at a Las Cruces park during an unauthorized car show late Friday night resulted in three fatalities and left 15 others injured, amid concerns about rising violence in New Mexico. The event, which drew approximately 200 attendees to Young Park, became the scene of chaos as police and … Read more

Tragedy at Twilight: Three Lives Lost, Multiple Injured in Las Cruces Park Shooting

Las Cruces, NM — A tragic outbreak of violence rocked the desert city of Las Cruces Friday night when a shooter opened fire in a crowded park, leaving three people dead and 14 others injured, authorities reported. The bloody spree unfolded at Young Park, a popular venue for music and outdoor recreation, around 10 p.m. … Read more

Tragedy Strikes Las Cruces: Three Dead, Multiple Injured in Late-Night Park Shooting

Las Cruces, N.M. — A violent outbreak at a popular recreational venue turned tragic Friday night in Las Cruces, resulting in three fatalities and multiple injuries, local authorities reported. The incident, which unfolded around 10 p.m. at Young Park, left the community in shock as details continue to emerge. The victims, who ranged in age … Read more

Las Cruces Agrees to $20 Million Settlement After Police Shooting of Teresa Gomez, Charges Pending Against Former Officer

Las Cruces, N.M. – A settlement of $20 million has been reached between the city of Las Cruces and the relatives of a woman who tragically lost her life during a police shooting incident. The settlement follows the charges laid against the officer involved, who now faces a second-degree murder trial. In a distressing event … Read more

Las Cruces Officer Jonah Hernandez Funeral Captures End by Stabbing

Las Cruces, New Mexico – The tragic death of Las Cruces Police Officer Jonah Hernandez on February 11 has shaken the community. Hernandez lost his life responding to a trespassing call, where he was fatally stabbed by 29-year-old Armando Silva at 355 South Valley Drive. The Las Cruces Police Department recently released surveillance footage and … Read more

Las Cruces Police Officer Fatally Stabbed: Witness Shoots Attacker

Las Cruces, New Mexico – The Las Cruces Police Department recently unveiled footage capturing the violent and tragic assault on Officer Jonah Hernandez, 35, by Armando Silva, 29. The incident unfolded as Officer Hernandez responded to a trespassing call on February 11 at the 300 block of South Valley Drive. Surveillance and body camera videos … Read more

Sword-Wielding Las Cruces Man Sentenced to Prison for Second-Degree Murder

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – A man in Las Cruces, New Mexico, has been sentenced to prison after pleading guilty to second-degree murder for the death of another man in 2020. Arturo Francisco Quintana used a sword to kill Efren Gutierrez, which led to his conviction and subsequent imprisonment. The incident took place on June 10, … Read more