Santa Fe Police Probe Drive-By Shooting

Authorities are searching for a suspect after shots were fired at a home on Senda Del Valle.

Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Violence

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Santa Fe police are investigating a drive-by shooting that damaged a residence and a vehicle on the 1200 block of Senda Del Valle. No injuries were reported in the incident, which occurred late Tuesday night.

Why it matters

Law enforcement is working to piece together the events surrounding the shooting and the subsequent discovery of a red truck tied to the scene. Investigators are urging the public to assist in identifying those involved in the attack.

Officers responded to the 1200 block of Senda Del Valle at 9:42 p.m. and later tracked the involved vehicle to the Cottonwood Village Mobile Home Community. Tips can be directed to the detective at 505-955-5403.

The players

Santa Fe Police Department

The Santa Fe Police Department serves as the primary law enforcement agency responsible for the investigation of criminal activity within the city of Santa Fe, New Mexico.

The details

Authorities tracked a red truck involved in a hit-and-run near the shooting site to the Cottonwood Village Mobile Home Community. Surveillance footage captured the driver being picked up by another vehicle at 9:54 p.m., shortly after the initial incident.

Officers responded to the Senda Del Valle scene at 9:42 p.m. on October 15, 2026.
A suspect driver was seen being picked up by another vehicle at 9:54 p.m. on October 15, 2026.

Legal Context

This investigation follows a pattern of localized incidents addressed under the 2024 Santa Fe public safety initiatives. The department continues to deploy surveillance and investigative resources to manage neighborhood-level violent crime.

Residents in the vicinity of Senda Del Valle and the Cottonwood Village Mobile Home Community should remain alert and report suspicious activity to authorities. The police department is currently focusing investigative efforts on the recovered vehicle and surveillance data.

The takeaway

Maintaining awareness of neighborhood surroundings and reporting suspicious vehicle activity remains vital to assisting law enforcement investigations. Residents should contact the detective line with any information regarding the red truck or the events of October 15.