Police ID 14-year-old killed in possible road rage shooting
Police say 14-year-old Alejandro Roman was killed in a suspected road rage shooting near Solano and Spruce. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
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14-year-old boy shot and killed in possible road rage incident Monday night
A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot Monday night in Las Cruces, near Solano Drive and Spruce Avenue. Police believe the incident may be tied to road rage. No arrests have been made.
Las Cruces police release new details in May 8 shooting involving officer near South Walnut Street
Las Cruces police released new details and video from a May 8 shooting involving an officer and 18-year-old Josiah Perrault. Officials say the case highlights rising teen gun violence in the area.
FBI spotlights joint terrorism task force, border partnerships in El Paso roundtable
At a roundtable marking 45 years of its Joint Terrorism Task Force, the FBI and partner agencies highlighted border-related threats, southern New Mexico coordination, and oversight mechanisms to protect civil liberties.
Vasquez honors fallen New Mexico officers, praises LCPD Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week
U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez honored fallen New Mexico officers and praised Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story during National Police Week, highlighting local losses and calling for stronger federal support for law enforcement.
209 people face federal charges tied to new military zone in southern New Mexico
Federal prosecutors in New Mexico charged 209 people this week for unauthorized entry and violating security rules tied to a new National Defense Area designation near the border.
New crime reduction operation honors fallen officer Jonah Hernandez
Operation Not in Vain, launched in honor of fallen Officer Jonah Hernandez, began April 28 and aims to reduce violent crime in Las Cruces through increased patrols and multi-agency collaboration.
UPDATE: Las Cruces police shooting leaves one dead, another injured
A man was killed and another injured in a police shooting Thursday morning on Walnut Street in Las Cruces. The officer was unhurt. A task force is investigating.
Police fatally shoot man near Lynn Middle School; second person injured
Las Cruces police shot and killed a man Thursday morning near Lynn Middle School. A second man was injured. The investigation is ongoing.
