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Suspect caught in Texas after firing at Curry County Deputy
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk Justin Escobedo , as published by KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC)
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The incident involved a deputy from the Curry County Sheriff's Office. The New Mexico State Police are handling the investigation into the incident.
A suspect is in custody after a pursuit that spanned multiple jurisdictions. The New Mexico State Police are handling the investigation into the incident. Details about the case are being examined, including the actions of suspect Eugenio Ibarra.
The incident involved a deputy from the Curry County Sheriff's Office. Further information about the events surrounding the officer-involved shooting can be found through the investigating authorities.
Investigation is ongoing, with the New Mexico State Police overseeing the process to determine the circumstances of the incident, which culminated in the suspect being caught in Texas.
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Category: safety Published: August 24, 2026 Source: KMID ABC Big 2 / YourBasin (Permian Basin ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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