๐บ๐ธ Las Cruces ยท US ยท 15 May 2026
Suspect Detained Following Shooting Incident at Las Cruces Church and Attempted Gun Shop Theft
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A local man was taken into custody on Friday following a sequence of events involving a shooting at a local church and an attempted robbery of a gun shop in Las Cruces.
Police responded to reports of shots fired at a church, and shortly thereafter, received alerts of a robbery in progress at a local firearms retailer. The suspect was located and arrested by responding officers. Law enforcement officials have confirmed that no serious injuries were reported during the initial shooting or the attempted heist.
The investigation is ongoing as police gather witness statements and analyze forensic evidence. The suspect faces multiple charges, and authorities are working to determine if additional charges are warranted as the full scope of the incident is uncovered.
Sources : kfoxtv
