Justin Griffin, a 36-year-old man, was found fatally shot on the evening of February 26, 2025, in Las Cruces, New Mexico. The incident occurred on the 2100 block of Lynch Drive, where first responders discovered Griffin unresponsive on the roadway. He had suffered at least one gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death, following multiple leads to determine the events leading up to the shooting.
As the investigation progressed, Las Cruces police identified a suspect in the case. On February 28, 2025, officers arrested 41-year-old Saul Camarena, who was believed to have been involved in an altercation with Griffin that ultimately led to the shooting. Camarena was taken into custody at a residence on the city's East Mesa and charged with an open count of murder. He was subsequently incarcerated at the Doña Ana County Detention Center. Law enforcement officials continued to gather evidence and statements, ensuring that all relevant details were passed on to the Third Judicial District Attorney's Office for review.
The case remains under investigation, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward. The Las Cruces Police Department, along with other agencies, is working to piece together the full narrative of the events leading to Griffin's death.
