New Mexico police questioning possible suspects in shooting

Published February 11, 2022 11:58 AM

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — A New Mexico State Police supervisor was shot Friday morning along a highway east of Albuquerque. State Police Chief Tim Johnson says the supervisor is expected to make a full recovery. The shooting happened along a highway east of Albuquerque after the supervisor pursued a vehicle that had rammed his patrol car. The supervisor hasn’t been identified. Police say he was able to return gunfire despite his injuries. Johnson said late Friday afternoon that police are questioning people who they believe were tied to the shooting.

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