Farmington, NM – New Mexico State Police are asking for the public’s help identifying a driver involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash early January 2, 2026, on New Mexico Highway 371 near County Road 8501 in Farmington.
According to New Mexico State Police, officers responded around 1:47 a.m. to reports of a crash along the highway, where a deceased female was found lying near the northbound shoulder of the roadway. Investigators believe the collision occurred between 12:30 a.m. and 1:30 a.m.
Based on debris left at the scene, investigators say the suspect vehicle is likely a 2021 or 2022 GMC Canyon midsize pickup truck of unknown color. The vehicle may have sustained damage to the driver’s side headlight, fog light, grille, and front bumper, according to officials.
Authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or noticed a damaged GMC Canyon matching the description to contact the New Mexico State Police at 505-841-9256.
The investigation remains ongoing as police work to locate the vehicle and driver responsible for the deadly hit-and-run.
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