Otero County Authorities Investigate Infant Death in Alamogordo

Alamogordo NM - The incident is being investigated by the 12th Judicial District Major Crimes Unit, a multi-agency task force that includes investigators from the Otero County Sheriff’s Office, Alamogordo Police Department, 12th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, Ruidoso Police Department, and Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office.

According to the Sheriff’s Office statement, investigators have found no indications of foul play at this time, and no criminal charges have been filed. The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities stating that no additional information is currently available for release.

Sheriff David Black’s office is located at 3208 N. White Sands Boulevard in Alamogordo. Anyone with information relevant to the investigation is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (575) 437-2210.

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