
According to a press release, the incident happened at about 7 p.m. at a home located at 2110 1/2 S. Diamond St.
New Mexico State police say Eduardo Pena, 27, and several others attempted to rob the home's occupants at gunpoint.
During an ensuing fight, one of the occupants shot Pena. He was taken to a hospital where he later died from his injuries.
A woman who was with Pena was also shot during the fight; she was taken to the hospital and remains in critical condition.
No charges have been filed.
New Mexico State Police say the investigation continues.