(Scypre.com) – The New Mexico State Police have confirmed that three individuals have lost their lives and five others have been wounded as a result of a shooting during a Memorial Day weekend parade in New Mexico.
In a recent update, the state police assured the public that the situation is under control and there is no longer a danger to public safety. They had previously issued a warning on Saturday evening, through a Twitter post, stating that the “scene is active.”
In a subsequent update at 3 A.M. on Sunday, the police announced that the death toll had increased to three, with five individuals injured in the tragic shooting. While they had previously confirmed two fatalities and six injuries, it was not specified whether one of the injured individuals had succumbed to their wounds.
The incident took place in Red River, New Mexico, situated northeast of Albuquerque, during the annual motorcycle rally that coincides with Memorial Day weekend.
According to the event page, the annual motorcycle rally attracts up to 28,000 bikers who participate in a four-day celebration featuring live music and various vendors.
Described as a vibrant gathering, the official tourism website of Red River stated, “Get ready for the rumble as 28,000 bikers from all different backgrounds line Main Street for one crazy party.”
State police reported that five of the six injured victims were transported to local hospitals, namely Holy Cross Hospital in Taos, New Mexico, and the University of New Mexico Hospital (UNMH) in Albuquerque.
One of the injured victims was airlifted to a hospital in Denver, Colorado, for further treatment.
Following the tragic shooting, both hospitals were secured with the assistance of local authorities. Additional police officers were also deployed to Red River in the aftermath of the incident.
Authorities have requested the public to avoid the area as investigations into the incident continue.
As of now, it has not been disclosed whether the responsible individuals have been apprehended by the police.