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Mass Shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces Leaves Three Dead, 15 Injured

Mass Shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces Leaves Three Dead, 15 Injured

On a tragic evening in Las Cruces, New Mexico, a mass shooting at Young Park resulted in three fatalities and 15 injuries. The incident, which occurred on a busy Saturday night, has shocked the local community and sparked a swift response from law enforcement.

Authorities have arrested two suspects believed to be responsible for the shooting. The victims have been identified, and the investigation is ongoing to determine the motive behind this violent act. The shooting took place during a community event, turning a gathering meant for enjoyment into a scene of chaos and grief.

The Las Cruces Police Department, alongside other agencies, is working diligently to gather evidence and ensure the safety of the community. This incident marks another somber reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States.

The community of Las Cruces is coming together to support the victims' families and to push for measures that could prevent future tragedies. Local leaders and residents are calling for increased security at public events and more robust gun control laws.

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.

What was the shooting in New Mexico?

Two 17-year-old males and a 20-year-old man were arrested in connection with a shooting that killed three people and injured 15 at an unsanctioned car show in a New Mexico park Friday night. The Las Cruces Police Department said it arrested 20-year-old Tomas Rivas and one of the 17-year-olds Saturday evening.

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.

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