On July 4, 2016, Xavier Sanchez, 55, of Peralta was killed by gunfire in Bosque Farms, New Mexico. Born April 16, 1961, he was a member of Our Lady of Guadalupe and San Clemente Catholic Church and his death deeply affected family and people in his community.

Reports do not clearly state where on the Fourth the shooting occurred, who else was involved, or what led to the violence.

If anyone knew Xavier, saw activity in Bosque Farms that day, or has information that could help fill in what happened, please share what is known with local authorities.