The pilot Joe Tumminaro, (67) from Durango, Colorado, sustained injuries and was transported by Aircare to San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, New Mexico.
The passenger is Ryan Arroyo, (33) from California, sustained minor injuries and refused medical attention.
From NM State Police:
On Thursday, March 31, 2016, Officers from the New Mexico State Police responded to the Shiprock Airport where a small aircraft had crashed.
A Cessna 180 had landed and was traveling south on the runway when a gust of wind caught the aircraft. The wind pushed the small aircraft off the westside of the runway and overturned it.
The pilot Joe Tumminaro, (67) from Durango, Colorado, sustained injuries and was transported by Aircare to San Juan Regional Medical Center in Farmington, New Mexico.
The passenger is Ryan Arroyo, (33) from California, sustained minor injuries and refused medical attention.
Shiyazh Pete went on from Shiprock High to play college football at New Mexico State University and the University of Kentucky before signing and training with the Dallas Cowboys as an undrafted free agent. He returned to Shiprock High School to share what he learned along the way and to encourage Chieftain students and athletes as they begin a new season.
In February, San Juan County Commissioners voted to seek judicial review of the New Mexico Racing Commission’s decision to authorize Western Gaming to move its racing license to Clovis, NM. The Racing Commission’s decision, at the request of Western Gaming, would have ended San Juan County’s long heritage of horse racing at a county-owned facility.
In his statement, Hernandez says, "At this time, I believe the best decision for me and those I love is to focus on my health and my family, while continuing to serve the community that entrusted me with this office through the remainder of my term."
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The female victim reported that an altercation occurred between her and the male, Tyson Saggboy. She reported that Saggboy battered her, removed her clothing, and strangled her before fleeing the scene.
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