28 May 2023 | 02:27 AM UTC
US: Police activity ongoing in response to shooting incidents in Red River, N.M., as of evening May 27
Police activity ongoing in response to shooting incidents in Red River, N.M., US, as of evening May 27. Avoid the area.
Event
Police are responding to multiple shooting incidents in Red River, New Mexico, as of evening May 27. Reports indicate that groups of armed individuals opened fire starting in the late afternoon from moving motorcycles on local streets in connection to the 41st Annual Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally. The motivation for the shootings is currently unclear. Authorities have not announced any arrests in connection with the incident. An unconfirmed number of people have been injured. Holy Cross Hospital in Taos is on lockdown due to the incident.
A heightened security presence is almost certain in the area over the coming hours as they work to apprehend suspects and investigate the incident. Localized transit and business disruptions are likely. Further violence is possible.
Red River is approximately 38 km (23 miles) northeast of Taos.
Advice
Seek shelter in a secure building if gunfire occurs. Avoid the area. Strictly heed the directives of authorities. Plan for localized transit and business disruptions.
