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Jose Ismael Chavez

Case from Hatch, NM dated Aug 12, 2016

Victim Details

Jose Ismael Chavez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Hatch

NM

2016-08-12

33

Jose

Ismael Chavez

06/22/2026

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On August 12, 2016, Police Officer Jose Ismael Chavez, a 33-year-old veteran of the Hatch Police Department in New Mexico, was tragically shot and killed while conducting a routine traffic stop. The incident occurred on Franklin Street at approximately 3:40 pm, marking a devastating moment for the community and the law enforcement family.

The suspect in this heinous crime was identified as Jesse Denver Hanes, a 39-year-old individual who was already a fugitive wanted in connection with a ...
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  • Chillicothe Gazette: Arrests bring relief for friend of Timmons
  • Las Cruces Sun-News: Details emerge in shooting of Hatch officer, chase
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    I've been thinking a lot about the amazing courage and quick response of all the law enforcement age... ...Read More
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    Just thinking about the incredibly brave response of the law enforcement officers following the trag... ...Read More
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