New Mexico: Shooting during motorcycle rally leaves three killed
At least three people were killed in a shooting incident during a motorcycle rally in Red River, New Mexico, on Saturday, media reports said.
New Mexico State Police said five people were injured in the incident.
"3 deceased," the police tweeted. "5 injured, receiving medical care," police said.
Update 3 of 3: Red River Motorcycle Rally Shooting
— NMSP (@NMStatePolice) May 28, 2023
•Additional NMSP officers have been sent to Red River
•NMSP request the public to avoid Red River as we conduct our investigation
We will continue to provide updates as new information emerges. https://t.co/HJQqPs1fRa
All those involved in the shooting are in police custody, said the mayor, according to CNN affiliate KOAT.
“All the individuals involved were members of biker gangs,” Red River Mayor Linda Calhoun told CNN.
The shooting incident reportedly took place during the Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally.
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