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Tragedy at Las Cruces Park: Four Arrested After Deadly Shooting Leaves Three Dead and Multiple Injured

Las Cruces, NM – A tragic shooting at a local park Friday night has resulted in the deaths of three young individuals and injuries to 15 others, leading to the arrest of four suspects, including a 20-year-old man and three teenagers, local authorities reported on Sunday. The violent outbreak disrupted what was an unapproved car show gathering at Young Park, attracting a crowd of roughly 200 attendees. The incident, unfolding around 10 p.m., saw Tomas …

Tragedy Strikes at Las Cruces Park: One Feared Dead, Several Injured in Shooting Incident

Las Cruces, NM — A tragic incident unfolded at a local park in Las Cruces, where a shooting left one person dead and several others injured. The violent event prompted an immediate response from emergency services, who rushed the victims to a nearby hospital for urgent care. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which has shaken the tight-knit community of Las Cruces. As investigators comb through evidence at the scene, the identities of …

Tragic Loss in New Mexico: Three Teenagers Killed and Multiple Injured in Las Cruces Park Shooting

Las Cruces, NM — A tragic shootout at a New Mexico park during an unauthorized car show resulted in the deaths of three teenagers and injuries to 15 others, authorities reported. Tomas Rivas, 20, and a 17-year-old, whose name has been withheld due to his age, have been charged with three counts of open murder following the incident on Friday night. The violence erupted amidst a gathering of approximately 200 attendees, attracted by a display …

Tragic Night in Las Cruces: Three Dead, Multiple Injured in Park Shooting Amid Car Show Chaos

Las Cruces, NM — A violent outbreak at an unauthorized car show claimed the lives of three young individuals and injured 15 others on Friday night in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Authorities reported to the chaotic scene at Young Park shortly after 10 p.m., where roughly 200 attendees were present. At a subsequent news conference, Police Chief Jeremy Story conveyed the discovery of 50 to 60 handgun casings at the scene, suggesting involvement from multiple …

Tragic Night in Las Cruces: Three Dead, Multiple Injured in Park Shooting Rampage

Las Cruces, NM — A horrific mass shooting in a bustling park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, has left three young males dead and 14 other individuals wounded, escalating concerns over gun violence in the United States. The tragic incident unfolded around 10 p.m. on Friday at Young Park, a locale known for music and recreational events. The deceased include two 19-year-old men and a 16-year-old boy, according to local police authorities. Victims of the …

Las Cruces Agrees to $20 Million Settlement in Police Shooting Case, Expresses Deep Regret Over Death of Teresa Gomez

Las Cruces, N.M.— The city of Las Cruces has agreed to a $20 million settlement with the family of a woman who died after being shot by a police officer, who has subsequently been charged with second-degree murder. The incident, which occurred in October 2023, involved 45-year-old Teresa Gomez who was shot as she attempted to drive away from an officer who approached her bicycle while she was sitting in a parked car. The officer …

Video Footage Released from LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez’s Funeral Sparks Call for Change in Las Cruces Community

Las Cruces, New Mexico – A tragic incident unfolded on February 11 when Las Cruces Police Officer Jonah Hernandez responded to a trespassing call at 355 South Valley Drive. The response resulted in a violent attack that led to Hernandez’s death. The assailant, identified as 29-year-old Armando Silva, fatally stabbed Hernandez at the scene. In a press conference, LCPD Chief Jeremy Story released surveillance footage and body camera video capturing the harrowing attack. The video …

Shocking Video Unveils Fatal Assault on Las Cruces Law Enforcement Officer

Las Cruces, New Mexico – Disturbing footage has been released showing a violent and deadly attack on a Las Cruces police officer. The video captures the chilling moment when the officer was ruthlessly assaulted, highlighting the dangers law enforcement officers face daily. The shocking incident unfolded on a seemingly routine day, reminding the public of the risks officers undertake to protect their communities. The footage serves as a grim reminder of the unpredictable nature of …

Violent Attack Caught on Camera: Las Cruces Police Officer Stabbed Multiple Times, Attacker Killed by Witness

Las Cruces, New Mexico – The Las Cruces Police Department recently released footage of a violent and fatal attack on Officer Jonah Hernandez, shedding light on the harrowing events that unfolded on February 11. The videos captured the moment when 35-year-old Officer Hernandez was viciously stabbed multiple times by 29-year-old Armando Silva during a routine response to a trespassing call on the 300 block of South Valley Drive. The graphic footage from both body cameras …

Las Cruces Officer Charged with Second-Degree Murder in Death of 45-Year-Old Woman in Officer-Involved Shooting

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces police officer has been charged with 2nd-degree murder in connection with the shooting and killing of a 45-year-old woman during an officer-involved shooting last October. The officer, identified as Felipe Hernandez, was arrested on Tuesday following the decision to charge him with murder. The incident, which occurred near the 1300 block of Burley Court, involved body camera footage that captured the fatal shooting of Teresa Gomez by …