University of New Mexico dorm shooting results in one death and injury as suspect remains at large
One person killed and another injured during a shooting at University of New Mexico; campus-wide search for the suspect underway.
The University of New Mexico has experienced a fatal shooting incident early on Friday, leaving one individual deceased and another wounded.
The incident took place at the Casas del Rio housing center, prompting an extensive campus-wide search for the suspect responsible for the attack.
Campus authorities swiftly responded by closing off the area with yellow tape and initiating a shelter-in-place order to ensure public safety.
As the investigation progressed throughout the morning, multiple law enforcement agencies joined forces to track down the elusive suspect.
Meanwhile, concerned students and staff members were advised to remain indoors until further notice due to the ongoing search efforts.
University spokesperson Cinnamon Blair provided insight into the staged evacuation process, emphasizing that all individuals on campus were to follow directives issued by police personnel during this period.
The tragic event has sent shockwaves among the university community and beyond, particularly for students such as Mikey Beck, who was present during the orientation week at the institution.
Beck recounted witnessing gunshots and observing individuals seeking refuge amidst the chaos.
Despite his excitement to commence his freshman year, he expressed concern regarding safety within the city of Albuquerque.
The University of New Mexico currently enrolls approximately 23,000 students on its central Albuquerque campus, which is known for hosting new student orientations ahead of the fall semester.
Recently, concerns over violent crime have arisen in New Mexico's largest city, prompting discussions among local authorities and lawmakers to address the issue collectively.
This recent incident has reignited calls for legislative action aimed at combating the state's growing crime problem, particularly affecting juvenile populations.
The incident took place at the Casas del Rio housing center, prompting an extensive campus-wide search for the suspect responsible for the attack.
Campus authorities swiftly responded by closing off the area with yellow tape and initiating a shelter-in-place order to ensure public safety.
As the investigation progressed throughout the morning, multiple law enforcement agencies joined forces to track down the elusive suspect.
Meanwhile, concerned students and staff members were advised to remain indoors until further notice due to the ongoing search efforts.
University spokesperson Cinnamon Blair provided insight into the staged evacuation process, emphasizing that all individuals on campus were to follow directives issued by police personnel during this period.
The tragic event has sent shockwaves among the university community and beyond, particularly for students such as Mikey Beck, who was present during the orientation week at the institution.
Beck recounted witnessing gunshots and observing individuals seeking refuge amidst the chaos.
Despite his excitement to commence his freshman year, he expressed concern regarding safety within the city of Albuquerque.
The University of New Mexico currently enrolls approximately 23,000 students on its central Albuquerque campus, which is known for hosting new student orientations ahead of the fall semester.
Recently, concerns over violent crime have arisen in New Mexico's largest city, prompting discussions among local authorities and lawmakers to address the issue collectively.
This recent incident has reignited calls for legislative action aimed at combating the state's growing crime problem, particularly affecting juvenile populations.
