In the quiet town of Deming, New Mexico, the evening of August 21, 2023, was shattered by violence that claimed the life of 34-year-old Saul Montes, a Hispanic/Latino male. The Deming Police Department received a call reporting shots fired at the La Paloma Del Sol Apartments, located near the intersection of Santa Monica and Birch streets.
Upon their arrival at approximately 9:11 p.m., officers discovered Montes deceased at the scene.
Initial observations suggested that he had sustained fatal gunshot wounds. The investigation into his death was immediately classified as a homicide, prompting an active and ongoing inquiry by law enforcement.
In the days following the shooting, the Deming Police Department appealed to the public for assistance, urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward and speak with investigators. Despite these efforts, authorities have not publicly identified any suspect or suspects in connection with the fatal shooting. As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made, and the circumstances that led to the tragic event remain under investigation. The community was left seeking answers as detectives continued to piece together the events of that night.
