Lohman Ave Narcotics OIS
Key Questions
What happened in the Lohman Ave Narcotics OIS incident?
LCPD Metro Narcotics agents fatally shot a 45-year-old armed suspect during surveillance near Lohman Ave and McDonald's. The suspect fired first at officers, and a gun was recovered at the scene. No officers were injured.
Where did the officer-involved shooting take place?
The shooting occurred near Lohman Avenue in Las Cruces, New Mexico, during a narcotics surveillance operation close to a McDonald's. It happened on a Friday afternoon.
Was the suspect armed during the incident?
Yes, the 45-year-old suspect was armed and fired the first shots at LCPD Metro Narcotics agents. Officers recovered a gun from the scene after fatally shooting him.
Were any officers injured in the shooting?
No officers were injured during the incident. The shooting stemmed from an attempted contact during a narcotics investigation.
Who is investigating the fatal shooting?
A multi-agency Officer Involved Incident Task Force is investigating the fatal shooting involving Las Cruces Police Department officers. The probe is ongoing as the story develops.
LCPD Metro Narcotics agents fatally shoot 45yo armed suspect during surveillance near Lohman Ave/McDonald's; suspect fired first, gun recovered, no officer injuries. Multi-agency task force probe; highlights narcotics risks in commercial areas.