
An unfortunate incident occurred early Friday when a New Mexico State Police officer was fatally shot after offering to help a driver of a disabled vehicle. The driver responded by shooting the officer twice and fleeing the scene with the patrol car, according to authorities.
An arrest warrant has been issued for 32-year-old Jaremy Smith of Marion, South Carolina, who is considered armed and dangerous in connection with the ambush attack on Interstate 40 that resulted in the death of Officer Justin Hare, as confirmed by the New Mexico State Police.