Crime
Authorities Confirm Gabriel Rickman Not Involved in Young Park Mass Shooting in Las Cruces
Las Cruces police have officially confirmed that Gabriel Rickman is not involved in the mass shooting that occurred at Young Park on Friday night, March 21, 2025.
Rickman was interviewed by investigators and has been cleared of any connection to the incident.
Authorities also addressed the circulation of an image depicting a teenager holding what appears to be an AR-style rifle.
Police clarified that there is no evidence linking that firearm to the crime scene.
A thorough examination of ballistic evidence determined that approximately 50 to 60 shell casings recovered at the scene were from handguns, with no casings found matching an AR-style rifle.
The shooting, which took place around 10 p.m. at Young Park, located at 850 S. Walnut St., left three people dead and 14 others injured.
The deceased include two 19-year-old men and one 16-year-old boy.
The identities of the victims and those injured have not been publicly released at this time.
The ages of the wounded individuals range from 16 to 36 years old.
Many of the victims were transported to local hospitals, while others were taken to University Medical Center of El Paso in neighboring Texas for treatment.
Authorities have not yet made any arrests in connection to the shooting but continue to actively pursue multiple leads.
The circumstances surrounding the gunfire remain under investigation, and the motive has not yet been determined.
Footage from the scene captured the chaos as dozens of gunshots rang out in rapid succession, causing people to flee and take cover behind vehicles.
The Las Cruces Police Department is being assisted in the investigation by the New Mexico State Police, the Dona Ana County Sheriff’s Office, the FBI, and agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
Anyone with information related to the shooting is urged to contact Las Cruces police at (575) 526-0795. Individuals seeking to confirm the status of a loved one may also call the same number.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.