Hobbs man critically injured after shooting

HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – One person was shot and hospitalized, the Hobbs Police Department said. It happened on May 25 around 12:20 a.m.

The police said officers were called to the 2000 block of North Kingsley Street after someone had been shot. James Lara-Salazar, 18, of Hobbs, was found with multiple wounds. He was taken to a local hospital and then flown to Texas for further treatment. He’s in critical condition.

54-year-old man shot and killed, Santa Fe Police Dept. reports

Authorities are investigating and encouraging any tips from the public. If you have information for police, call dispatch at 575-397-9265 or contact Lea County Crime Stoppers at 575-393-8005.

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