Sunland Park Fire confirms one person died after search in desert area off Pete Domenici highway

UPDATE: More than two hours after a call for help to 911, Sunland Park Fire confirms one person had died.

Dona Ana County Sheriff and Border Patrol are taking over the investigation.

SANTA TERESA, New Mexico (KVIA) - Border Patrol and Sunland Park Fire respond to a call for help Saturday afternoon prompting a search and rescue operation.

Sunland Park Fire tweeted about a 911 call alerting emergency crews that two people who appear to be lost in the desert area off Pete Domenici and Highway 9 were in need of assistance.

No word on any injuries. This is a developing story, and will be updated as information is obtained.