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Zero Tolerance: Authorities crack down on target shooting near Santa Teresa airport
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Jesus Baltazar , as published by KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· June 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details about the operation and the incidents that led to it are available from KTSM 9 News.
Authorities in Southern New Mexico are increasing their presence near the Santa Teresa airport. This move is in response to incidents of stray bullets hitting aircraft and homes in the area. A joint operation has been launched to address the issue.
The focus of this operation is on targeting unlawful activities, specifically criminal trespassing and unauthorized shooting, in the vicinity of the airport. Further details about the operation and the incidents that led to it are available from KTSM 9 News.
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Category: local Published: June 30, 2026 Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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