Crime

Rio Rancho Police investigate homicide after man dies at medical center

A 23-year-old man died in Rio Rancho following an altercation with family members, police said. Detectives launched a homicide investigation on Monday into the incident.

Officers responded around 9:52 a.m. to Presbyterian Family Medicine, located at 4100 High Resort Blvd. SE. A report stated the man was unconscious and not breathing. Medical crews rushed to help.

Emergency medical services were provided in the parking lot of Presbyterian. The man died at the scene. Two family members were with him during the incident.

They said the man had become aggressive, according to police. The family members said they restrained him during the incident. Police are gathering statements.

Detectives in Rio Rancho regularly review physical evidence and interview witnesses during death inquiries. Investigators submit their findings to local prosecutors.

Police have not released additional details about the Monday morning incident.

Claire Reynolds

Reporter at DukeCityWire covering courts, public safety and the stories that start with a police scanner.

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