Violent — Alto, NM — reported 2026-06-21
SUMMARY
A Lincoln County man was arrested and charged with aggravated assault after allegedly firing shots at deputies during a welfare check.
KEY FACTS
- Incident type: Violent
- Location: Alto, NM
- Date reported: 2026-06-21
- Suspect: not stated
- Status: arrest/charge
REPORTED DETAILS
- Charles Strong was taken to the Lincoln County Medical Center for medical clearance, then booked into the Lincoln County Detention Center.
- Strong fired two shots with what was later determined to be an air rifle at deputies during a standoff.
- Deputies used drones, less-lethal munitions, and CS gas before taking Strong into custody without further incident.
- Strong is charged with three counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon on a peace officer and resisting arrest.