June 28, 2023 / Source: KRQE
According to the Los Lunas Police Department, a fatal crash was reported on Sunday in Los Lunas. Officials confirmed that one person died due to the motor vehicle accident.
Authorities stated that the collision occurred on the shoulder of the southbound lane of I-25 between mile marker 202 and 203. The deceased person was identified as 72-year-old Fidencio Romero.
Romero was found dead at the scene of the wreck. A moving vehicle struck Romero’s vehicle and fled the scene before the police could arrive.
Insights into how the collision occurred are pending determination. It is not yet known if alcohol or drugs played a role in the collision.
The crash continues to be investigated by the LLPD.