Investigation Underway in Clovis After Alleged Deaths of Three Individuals in Running Car

New Mexico authorities are looking into the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the alleged deaths of three individuals, including a child, found unresponsive in a running car at a Clovis motel. Reports indicate that Clovis police responded to the La Vista Inn around 2:40 p.m. on Saturday, after receiving a distress call regarding the situation.

Upon arrival, officers, along with Clovis Fire EMS, discovered that all three individuals inside the vehicle were deceased. The victims have been identified as 29-year-old Hector Flores, 19-year-old Alizara Gallegos, and a male juvenile whose name has not been disclosed. The details surrounding their deaths are still being pieced together.

The Clovis PD Major Crimes Unit has taken over the investigation and, through interviews with family members, has reportedly determined that foul play is not suspected at this time. All three individuals were sent to the Office of the Medical Investigator in Albuquerque for autopsy, as authorities seek to clarify the events leading to this tragic situation.

If you or anyone you know has information regarding this case, you are encouraged to reach out to the Clovis police non-emergency line at 575-769-1921. There’s also an option to provide tips anonymously through the Clovis Police Department’s tip411 program, which can be accessed at www.police.cityofclovis.org. Additionally, anonymous tips can be submitted to the Curry County Crime Stoppers at 575-763-7000.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops.