Fidel Hernandez-Escarcega, 42, of Hobbs, New Mexico, was found in Hobbs with multiple gunshot wounds and died from those injuries on September 15, 2024. The Hobbs Police Department opened an investigation after the discovery and conducted interviews as part of its inquiry.

Authorities identified a suspect and on September 16, 2024 arrested 44-year-old Shawn Bellard of Hobbs; Bellard was charged with First-Degree Murder in connection with Hernandez-Escarcega’s death. Reports note Bellard has a lengthy criminal history, but no specific prior convictions or charges were detailed.

The case received local media coverage as the legal process moves forward. Does anyone who knew Fidel or was in the area on September 15 have information that could help investigators?