Tragic incident in New Mexico: officer stabbed to death before suspect is shot and killed by witness

A tragic event unfolded in New Mexico on sunday evening as Las Cruces Patrol Officer Jonah Hernandez lost his life in the line of duty. 

Devastating incident in New Mexico

The officer was responding to a report of a trespasser and was stabbed by a suspect, who was subsequently shot and killed by a quick-thinking witness. Despite efforts to save him, Officer Hernandez passed away at the hospital. The 29-year-old suspect's identity has not been released, pending notification of his next of kin. This devastating incident serves as a reminder of the risks law enforcement officers face daily as they serve and protect their communities.