Roswell, NM – A 30-year-old man was fatally shot during an officer-involved shooting Monday morning, prompting an investigation by the New Mexico State Police.
Authorities reported that Timothy Riley, of Roswell, was killed after allegedly firing at officers from a vehicle parked at a residence on 7 Oak Drive. The incident began around 7:30 a.m. when a child called 911, stating their father was armed with a gun.
Police said Riley entered the vehicle with two children in the back seat and fired multiple shots at officers. One officer returned fire, striking Riley. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The children were unharmed, and no officers were injured.
The New Mexico State Police are investigating and will submit findings to the district attorney.
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