The New Mexico State Police confirm that Jovan Martinez and Makaela Johnson, suspects in the shooting incident that occurred during a recent traffic stop, have been apprehended in Fort Sumner by the NMSP Tactical Team with assistance from partner law enforcement agencies.
Source: New Mexico State Police
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At around 2 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon, the New Mexico State Police published the following on Facebook:
Shelter In Place
Residents near Billy the Kid Drive and Shady Tree Drive in Fort Sumner are being asked to shelter in place and avoid the area due to active police activity.
Updates to follow.
Less than an hour later, the following was posted as a “Feature”:
UPDATE: SHOOTING SUSPECTS CAPTURED IN FORT SUMNER
The New Mexico State Police confirm that Jovan Martinez and Makaela Johnson, suspects in the shooting incident that occurred during a recent traffic stop, have been apprehended in Fort Sumner by the NMSP Tactical Team with assistance from partner law enforcement agencies.
We extend our gratitude to our law enforcement partners for their support and to the residents of Fort Sumner for their vigilance and cooperation throughout this incident.
Residents are asked to avoid the area due to ongoing police activity.
More to follow via news release.
At around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, New Mexico State Police posted the following on Facebook:
A message from New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler following the officer-involved shooting, manhunt, and capture of the suspects Jovan Martinez and Makaela Johnson
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