
Two Suspects Arrested in Las Cruces Mass Shooting
Las Cruces, New Mexico, was rocked by a mass shooting at Young Park, leading to the arrest of two suspects, identified as 20-year-old Juan Lopez and 21-year-old Maria Hernandez. The incident, which occurred on March 22, 2025, resulted in the tragic loss of three lives and injuries to five others. The victims have been identified as local residents, with authorities expressing their condolences to the affected families.
The shooting took place in the evening, turning a peaceful community gathering into a scene of chaos and tragedy. Police responded swiftly, leading to the arrests within 24 hours. The motives behind the shooting are still under investigation, but early reports suggest it may have stemmed from a dispute at the park.
This incident has cast a somber mood over the New Mexico legislature, which concluded its session on the same day, with lawmakers expressing their grief and calling for action on gun violence. The community of Las Cruces is rallying together, offering support to the victims' families and pushing for justice.
Detailed Mass shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces
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Where was the shooting in New Mexico?
The shooting happened at Young Park just after 10 p.m. Friday, after an altercation between two groups during an “unsanctioned car show,” Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story said at a Saturday news conference. The park remains closed during the investigation, police said.
Where was the car show shooting?
Three teenagers were killed and 15 other people were injured in a mass shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Friday night during an “unsanctioned car show,” according to local police.
Where was the mass shooting?
Three people were killed and 15 others injured in a mass shooting between two rival groups at an unsanctioned car show on Friday in the US state of New Mexico, according to local authorities. The shooting took place at Young Park in the city of Las Cruces, about 22:00 local time.