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Gunman Killed by Police After Shooting Two Men
1 Aug
Summary
- Stephen Griego shot two men before being killed by officers.
- Griego had a prior social media post about being prepared for confrontation.
- A bystander was injured by a stray bullet during the incident.
On July 3, police in Albuquerque fatally shot Stephen Griego after he opened fire on two men. Griego had previously posted a video online expressing his intent to be armed after being assaulted. The incident unfolded near Central and Third when Griego engaged in a dispute with two other men. Griego then drew a stolen firearm and shot both individuals.
Officers responded to the gunfire, and four officers discharged their weapons, striking Griego. He was transported to a hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. Had Griego survived, he would have faced charges for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. The two men Griego shot sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
During the exchange of gunfire, a bystander approximately one block away was struck by a stray bullet, with preliminary evidence suggesting it came from an officer's firearm. The Albuquerque Police Department stated that none of the involved officers had prior shooting incidents this year. An administrative investigation is underway to determine if departmental policies were followed.
