Albuquerque, New Mexico – Authorities in Albuquerque responded to reports of gunfire at the intersection of Central and Indiana. Upon arrival, officers discovered an individual with a gunshot wound. The injured person was transported to UNMH hospital, although their current condition remains undisclosed.
Law enforcement officials are actively searching for the shooter at this time. A thorough investigation is underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
Unfortunately, the individual involved in the shooting succumbed to their injuries while receiving care at UNMH, marking the 41st homicide in the Albuquerque Metro Area for 2024. With this tragic development, APD’s homicide investigators will continue to delve into the case to shed light on what transpired.
As a result of the ongoing investigation, traffic on eastbound Central between San Pedro and Louisiana will be restricted for several hours. The incident echoes a previous shooting near Central and Indiana earlier in the year, signifying a troubling trend of violence in the area.
The community mourns the loss of life and calls for justice in the wake of this senseless act. Authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. The impact of such violence reverberates throughout the city, underscoring the need for greater efforts to address the root causes of such tragedies.