Alejandro Vigil charged after police shooting in Mora County

Alejandro Vigil faces felony charges in Mora County stemming from an August encounter with state police. New Mexico State Police released video showing the confrontation on NM 518.

Officers responded to a domestic violence call on NM 518 near mile marker 29. One witness reported a man hit a woman in a truck. A second witness said he held her in a headlock.

Officers found 34-year-old Amity Maes motionless in the road. She died on scene. Police said the 24-year-old Vigil returned to Mora County in the truck.

Vigil refused to stop, and a pursuit began. He exited near mile marker 27 with a gun. Police said he pointed the gun at his head and refused commands to drop it.

Police said Vigil pointed the gun at officers. Two officers fired and struck him. No officers were injured.

State police agencies review officer-involved shootings to assess tactical actions. Internal inquiries examine video recordings and evidence from the scene.

Vigil was taken to a hospital. In Mora County, Vigil is charged with aggravated assault upon a peace officer. He is also charged with aggravated fleeing a law enforcement officer and felon in possession of a firearm.