Las Cruces, New Mexico – A mass shooting at a park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, has left at least three people dead and 14 others injured, police confirmed. The victims, ranging from 16 to 36 years old, were taken to various local hospitals and the University Medical Center in El Paso for treatment.
Authorities have not yet released the names of the deceased victims, who included two 19-year-old men and a 16-year-old boy. As investigations continue, police are urging witnesses to come forward with any videos or information that could help identify the suspect or suspects responsible for the attack, which occurred at Young Park, a popular music and recreation venue in the city.
Las Cruces City Councilor and Mayor Pro Tem Johana Bencomo took to Instagram to express her sorrow over the tragic event, highlighting the grim reality that such violence has become a part of daily life. The city, located along the Rio Grande River in southern New Mexico, finds itself grappling with the aftermath of this senseless act of violence.
Law enforcement agencies, including the Las Cruces Police Department, New Mexico State Police, Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office, FBI, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, are working together in the ongoing investigation. The area around the park remains closed off as authorities comb through evidence and gather information to piece together what led to the shooting.
With gun violence reaching alarming levels across the United States, questions arise about the underlying issues contributing to this epidemic. The incident in Las Cruces adds to the growing number of mass shootings that have plagued the country in recent years, sparking debates about gun control measures and social breakdown within American society.
As the community mourns the loss of lives and grapples with the aftermath of this tragedy, efforts are underway to provide support to the victims’ families and ensure the safety of residents in Las Cruces. The impact of this devastating event will ripple through the city, underscoring the urgent need for collective action to address the root causes of gun violence and prevent such senseless loss in the future.