HOBBS, N.M. — A suspect is dead following an officer-involved shooting involving the Hobbs Police Department on Thursday morning.
According to New Mexico State Police, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Alston Street and Linham Street in Hobbs.
Authorities have released few details about what led up to the shooting. State police confirmed the suspect died during the incident and that the officer involved was not injured.
Officials also stated there is no ongoing threat to the public. The area remains an active investigation scene, and residents are being asked to avoid the area while investigators work to determine what happened.
As is standard procedure in officer-involved shootings, New Mexico State Police is leading the investigation.
No additional information about the suspect or the circumstances surrounding the shooting has been released at this time.
This is a developing story and will be updated as more details become available.
