...By Gift BADEWO for TDPel Media.
Shooting Incident in Farmington, New Mexico
A tragic shooting incident occurred in Farmington, New Mexico, resulting in the loss of three lives and injuries to two police officers.
The incident, which took place on May 15 at approximately 11 am, involved a suspect armed with two pistol-type weapons.
This paraphrased version provides a concise overview of the event and its immediate aftermath.
Incident Details and Suspect Neutralization
According to a local newspaper, The Journal, the suspect was reported to have two pistol-type weapons.
Authorities confirmed that the suspect was killed at the scene, eliminating any ongoing threat.
Law enforcement agencies responded to the situation promptly to ensure public safety.
Involvement of Civilians and Police Officers
The Farmington Police Department released a statement revealing the involvement of multiple civilians and officers from their department in the shooting incident.
Alongside the Farmington police officer, a member of the New Mexico State Police was also injured during the altercation.
Both injured officers were transported to the San Juan Regional Medical Center, where they received treatment for their wounds.
Fortunately, they are currently in stable condition.
School Lockdown and Public Safety Measures
As a precautionary measure, the Farmington Police Department requested a lockdown for four nearby schools around 11:15 am on Monday.
Apache and McKinley elementary schools, Central Kitchen, and the CATE Center were temporarily locked down to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Although some lockdowns have been lifted, these specific schools remained under lockdown during the ongoing investigation.
Current Status and Medical Center Lockdown
Law enforcement agencies are actively responding to the incident, as confirmed by the ATF in Phoenix. The shooting occurred in the vicinity of Brookside Park in Farmington.
One victim, a 35-year-old male, suffered a gunshot wound to the arm.
Reports indicate that the San Juan Regional Medical Center, where the injured officers were taken, is also under lockdown, likely as a precautionary measure.
