Footage shows capture of suspect in fatal shooting of New Mexico State Police officer

March 18, 2024 9:58 AM

Published March 18, 2024 10:09 AM

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (NBC, KYMA/KECY) - The suspect in the fatal New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officer shooting has been captured.

Police say Smith shot and killed officer Justin Hare on Friday. Smith is also accused of killing a woman in South Carolina who went missing on Tuesday.

Officials say Smith is expected to survive after deputies shot him multiple times on Sunday in Albuquerque.

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