Eddy County, NM – On April 19, at around 11:30 p.m. the New Mexico State Police, investigated a double fatal crash involving two vehicles on State Road 529 west of Maljamar, NM.

The initial investigation indicated that a 2020 Dodge van was traveling west on SR 529.  For unknown reasons it crossed the center line and collided head-on with an eastbound International commercial motor vehicle (CMV), driven by Juan S. Martinez-Garcia, 42, of Hobbs, NM.  Both drivers were killed in the collision and pronounced deceased on the scene by the Office of the Medical Investigator.  An 18-year-old male passenger in the CMV was airlifted from the scene, his condition is not known.  The driver of the van will not be identified until the family has been properly notified.

The 18-year-old was wearing his seatbelt at the time of the crash.  This crash is under investigation by the New Mexico State Police. 

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People are flocking to the land of enchantment from all over the country , with a short supply of houses , it’s a sellers market , this new found boom could also translate to new construction , New construction may be the road lowering prices for buyers and still taking advantage of out of New out of State Monies coming in , If the cards are played right this boom could last a long while..

Four wild fires have been burning in New Mexico over the past couple of days in Valencia county , Belen ,Portales and Ruidoso. The worst fire being the McBride fire in Ruidoso , causing the death of an older couple in their home, citizens are encouraged to listen to fire officials and evacuate fire danger areas

New York subway shooter Frank James was captured by New York City police. Frank James set off a tear gas canister in the subway firing 33 rounds and shooting 10 people.

Multiple people have been shot at a New City subway station , the suspect is still on the loose police are searching for the suspect.

After the state made recreational marijuana legal April 1st , 2022 dispensaries and cannabis businesses are thriving throughout the State.

The New Mexico Governors office states sales topped $5.2 million just the first weekend of April.

Today New Mexico began selling recreational marijuana to consumers throughout the State.

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My brother Josh Foster really did play sports from a very early age , he loved basketball the most , he was a true sports fanatic and athlete.

The answer to this question of slapping a comedian on national tv or invading an innocent country is In The teachings of Ghandi and Jesus and the Buddha , to understand with wisdom that violence is destruction and to abstain from it with all your heart and to treat your neighbor as yourself , these are the golden rules of the ancient ones , they should be protected and cherished like the flowers cherish the sun , they should always crash into the beaches of our minds , non-violence turns out to be a great strength we all know , only the strongest posses this , like the old wise man who saved the city when the warriors failed ,take heed all the dictators are filled with haughtiness and self centeredness forgetting humility ,creating tradgedy in the face of the humanity , defying God , forgetting whoever Judges , Judges God, All people are the children of The most high , the rewards of violence are death and sorrow the rewards of peace are love and life , may love and peace forever be painted across the canvas of your heart, love means you wish goodwill, peace and life for your neighbor, those who practice love practice the works of the father and the golden rule , the practice of light , when one walks with love they they are fulfilling what is written , wisdom is fear of god understanding is love of god , may your steps be shod with the fear and love of God , the alpha and omega who gives and takes away , humility will keep you in love and knowing the power of god will keep you wise..

Bernallio county might have one of the States best sheriffs. If Pat Ruiloba could effectively apply his understanding of policing and government , he very well could be the best man for the job.

He started from a very young age playing basketball and sports later to be south valley academy #40 in Albuquerque New Mexico , playing basketball almost everyday other day his whole life he was also the ultimate Denver Bronco and Unm Lobo fan. As a studebt at unm that majored in communications he was also a sports reporter and writer .

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Josh’s was the greatest guy , he was loved by so many people , everyone was his best friend , his love of sports and his spirit lives on throughout the community and all the people he affected with his great love.

The world has turned its back on Russia as it has continued to attack Ukraine for a few weeks now, after placing tough sanctions on Russia the world is trying to avert ww3 while Ukraine is getting destroyed ..

Will continue Josh foster S.T.A.T.S sports reporting,

I’ll never forget the youthful innocence of my brother Joshua , he loved unm and sports to death , he always wanted to complete his schooling at unm , he loved to write , he was loved by everyone , he was really strong and supported himself 100% , from bridge and university to university and Gibson that’s Joshua Foster Ave , that whole area was his ,he loved sports and would write articles about unm games , he was my Rock , my main source of strength, I will love him forever , he brought light and youth to our life ,..

“President Trump is wrong…I had no right to overturn the election,” Pence said Friday to a local chapter of the Federalist Society in Florida.

After sending 7,000 signatures to the Secretary of State , incurring widespread support from New Mexicans Statewide and highlighting essential needs of the State he will resolve in the last debate , The Duke City Times Forecast that Brian Colon will most likely be New Mexico’s Next Attorney General .

Justice for Pronoy Bhattacharya has been served as the driver that committed the fatal hit and run accident of the 9 year old boy has been brought to justice after a month on the run.

Looking for the best place to catch breakfast or lunch in Santa Fe ? Stop by the Palacio Cafe , great food great service !

If you have any information as to the whereabouts of this vehicle please immediately call 911 as well as 505-900-6482

The Duke City Times Would Like to welcome josh Foster and his S.T.A.T.S to the Duke city times !

McKinley County, NM – Two men were arrested last week when the New Mexico State Police located 489.5 pounds of marijuana, 2.5 pounds of fentanyl, 28.5 pounds of THC edibles, and one pound of psychedelic mushrooms while searching a commercial motor vehicle at the Gallup Port of Entry. 

On January 21, 2022, at approximately 7:57 a.m., a New Mexico State Police officer conducted a safety inspection on a 2012 Volvo Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) at the Gallup Port of Entry. As the officer conducted a safety inspection on the CMV, the officer observed seventeen black duffel bags, three cardboard boxes, two plastic totes, and a trash bag within the CMV’s cab and trailer. The officer detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the trailer. New Mexico State Police officers located 489.5 pounds of marijuana, 2.5 pounds of fentanyl, 23.5 pounds of cocaine, 28.5 pounds of THC edibles, and one pound of psychedelic mushrooms concealed inside the duffle bags, plastic totes, cardboard boxes, and trash bag. Two handguns, located inside the cab of the CMV, were also seized.

The driver, Brandon Ammon Johnson (39) of Laplace, LA, and passenger, Terrance Colin Hicks Jr. (46) of Houston, TX were both arrested without incident and booked into the McKinley Adult Detention Center in Gallup, NM. 

Brandon Ammon Johnson was charged with the following:

• Trafficking controlled substances-Cocaine (by distribution or sale of narcotic drug – 1^st offense) 30-31-20(A)(2) &       (B)(1), a second-degree felony
• Trafficking controlled substances-Fentanyl (by distribution or sale of narcotic drug – 1^st offense) 30-31-20(A)(2) & (B)(1), a second-degree felony
• Distribution of Marijuana over 100 pounds (1^st offense) 30-31-22(A)(1)(C), a third-degree felony
• Distribution of a controlled substance Schedule I-IV –Psychedelic mushroom, 1^st offense, 30-31-22(A)(2)(a), a third-degree felony

Terrance Colin Hicks Jr. was charged with the following:

• Trafficking controlled substances-Cocaine (by distribution or sale of narcotic drug – 1^st offense) 30-31-20(A)(2) & (B)(1), a second-degree felony
• Trafficking controlled substances-Fentanyl (by distribution or sale of narcotic drug – 1^st offense) 30-31-20(A)(2) & (B)(1), a second-degree felony
• Distribution of Marijuana over 100 pounds (1st offense) 30-31-22(A)(1)(C), a third-degree felony
• Distribution of a controlled substance Schedule I-IV –Psychedelic mushroom, 1^st offense, 30-31-22(A)(2)(a), a third-degree felony
• Possession of firearm or destructive device by a felon, 30-7-16, a fourth-degree felony