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Four arrests made in New Mexico mass shooting that killed 3 teens

A 20-year-old man named Tomas Rivas and three teenagers have been arrested for murder in connection with a shooting at Young Park in Las Cruces, New Mexico, resulting in three deaths and 15 injuries.
Gunfire erupted during an unauthorized car show attended by about 200 people at Young Park, causing chaos and multiple casualties, according to police.
Victims included Andrew Madrid, 16, Jason Gomez, 18, and Dominick Estrada, 19, with ages of other injured ranging from 16 to 36, as stated by the city.
U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez described the incident as a "chaotic event" and a "disgusting and horrific display of violence" and emphasized the need for improved public security in the park.

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Albuquerque Journal

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Police: Juveniles had prior run-ins with law enforcement

LAS CRUCES — Four people charged so far in the deadly Friday shootout in Young Park had all faced criminal charges or domestic violence petitions in the past, police said Tuesday.

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Prosecutors strengthen case in New Mexico park shooting that killed 3, injured 15

At least four persons have been detained on suspicion of murder, including Tomas Rivas (20) and three juveniles

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Prosecutors say evidence is 'strong' against suspects in New Mexico park shooting that killed 3

Prosecutors in New Mexico say the evidence that police have collected in connection with a deadly shooting at a park is “strong.”

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Vasquez commits to working with police following Las Cruces shooting, points to federal legislation • Source New Mexico

U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez speaks in Las Cruces following a mass shooting on March 23, 2025 in Las Cruces that left three dead and 15 injured. (Leah Romero / Source NM)U.S. Rep. Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) committed to continue working with local enforcement in Las Cruces in the wake of a mass shooting Friday evening, as well as supporting legislation at the federal level to address gun violence. Vasquez held a press conference in Las Cruces Sunday where…

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