Colfax County deputies investigating shootout in Raton

RATON, N.M. (KRQE) – Investigators are asking the public for help identifying suspects who were involved in a shootout over the weekend in Raton. Colfax County Sheriff’s Office deputies said they were doing a traffic stop Saturday afternoon when they heard gunshots near Grant Ave. and East 5th St.

Deputies said a small, grey truck left the scene but was found several blocks away without the driver. Authorities said the driver was male, had dark hair, and wore a black shirt. They said the truck had multiple bullet holes in it and that a loaded rifle was found inside. They are looking for a black or blue 4-wheeler that was also involved.

Authorities believe that the shootout happened in two locations. Anyone with information is asked to call Raton Central Dispatch at 575-445-2704 or Raton Crime Stoppers at 575-245-8477 or online at this link .

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