Two people die, two others hurt after two semi-trucks collide on State Route 26 near Hatch, New Mexico

Modified Date: 
Tue, 12/05/2023 - 10:26am
Accident Date: 
Thursday, March 2, 2023

3 dead after crash in southern New Mexico

New Mexico State Police have closed State Highway 26 near Hatch as they investigate a fatal crash.

Two people dead in crash near Hatch

Correction: In a previous version, KRQE reported that three people died in a crash. However, that was incorrect. Only two people died in the crash.

NMSP: Two killed in multi-semi truck crash near Hatch

They say each driver’s co-driver was injured and taken to the hospital. Their conditions are unknown.

Roadway: 
State Route 26
City: 
Hatch, NM