“Multiple” people have reportedly been shot in a New Mexico town. State officials say they were called to an “active” shooting in Red River on Saturday, May 27.
The Alberquerque Journal reports the incident happened at around 6.30pm on Main Street. The paper however says the exact number of casualties are yet to be confirmed.
A brief statement from the New Mexico State Police said: “NMSP is investigating a shooting in Red River. The scene is active.
“More information will be released as it becomes available.”
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The shooting comes as Red River hosts its 41st Red River Memorial Day Motorcycle Rally. The event was expected to bring around 28,000 bikers to Main Street.
It is not known if the shooting is related to the celebrations, local reports say. Reports also suggest the Holy Cross Hospital is currently under lockdown.
We will bring more on this incident as it becomes available.
