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Man charged with negligent deadly weapon use at Whiskey Dicks Las Cruces
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A man has been charged with negligent use of a deadly weapon after allegedly unsafely handing a gun at Whiskey Dicks in Las Cruces July 4.
According to documents, 20-year-old Ericko Alejandro Rodriguez was at Whiskey Dicks driving a truck and got into an altercation ...
Key takeaway (KVIA) -- A man has been charged with negligent use of a deadly weapon after allegedly unsafely handing a gun at Whiskey Dicks in Las Cruces July 4.
Why this matters in The El Paso
This incident in Las Cruces raises concerns about the potential for similar situations in El Paso , given the proximity of the two cities and the likelihood of residents traveling between them. The fact that the altercation occurred at a bar on a holiday like July 4, when alcohol consumption may be more prevalent, is also noteworthy. El Paso's own bars and nightlife venues may face similar risks, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and vehicle access. As El Paso authorities review their own protocols for handling such incidents, they may consider enhancing security measures or collaborating with local establishments to prevent and respond to similar situations. The charges against Rodriguez, including unsafe handling of a deadly weapon, will likely be watched closely by law enforcement and community leaders in El Paso, who may draw lessons from this case to improve public safety in their own city.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAS CRUCES, N.M. (KVIA) -- A man has been charged with negligent use of a deadly weapon after allegedly unsafely handing a gun at Whiskey Dicks in Las Cruces July 4.
According to documents, 20-year-old Ericko Alejandro Rodriguez was at Whiskey Dicks driving a truck and got into an altercation ...
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