Santa Fe Police Arrest 15-Year-Old in Drive-By Shooting Investigation

Albuquerque Santa Fe, NM, October 17, 2026 —

Santa Fe Police arrested 15-year-old Jimmy Flores of Pecos, New Mexico, in connection with a drive-by shooting on Thursday night, October 15, in the 1500 block of Senda Del Valle in Santa Fe, according to the information provided about the incident.

The shooting struck an occupied home and a vehicle. No injuries were reported. The available information does not specify whether anyone was inside the vehicle or provide further details about the occupants of the home.

Flores faces multiple charges, including conspiracy and tampering with evidence. The full list of charges, the number of counts and the specific allegations associated with each charge were not provided. Information about when Flores was arrested, whether he has appeared in court, and any response from him or a representative was also not available.

The incident date was given as Thursday night, October 15, but the year was not specified. No further details were provided about the circumstances leading up to the shooting, the weapon involved, or whether other people are suspected of involvement. The information also did not state whether police had identified a motive or described the status of the investigation.

Police said the shooting hit a residence that was occupied at the time, as well as a vehicle, but resulted in no reported injuries. The arrest and charges are the only developments detailed in the information provided. Further information about court proceedings or any subsequent police updates was not available.

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