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Father, son injured in Las Cruces drive-by shooting
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Gabrielle Lopez , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information about the incident can be found through local news sources, including KVIA ABC-7. A violent incident occurred in Las Cruces, resulting in injuries to a father and son.
A violent incident occurred in Las Cruces, resulting in injuries to a father and son. The two were taken to the hospital after being hurt, with the father suffering a gunshot wound and the son having injuries to his face and arms. Both have since been released from the hospital.
The incident is under investigation, with authorities looking into the circumstances surrounding the event. It is known that the suspect allegedly went to another location after the incident.
Further information about the incident can be found through local news sources, including KVIA ABC-7.
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Category: safety Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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