New Mexico

John Alfonso Tafoya Killed in Accident at US Hwy 54 in Quay County, NM

Published on: August 2, 2022

Date of Accident
July 30, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
John Alfonso Tafoya
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

New Mexico Bank & Trust, South US Hwy 54, Logan, Quay County, NM, USA

What Happened

State Police are investigating a crash that killed a motorcyclist at US Hwy 54 in Quay County, NM on July 30th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around when a minibike motorcycle is said to have veered into the side of a semi-truck headed westbound. Police were not able to provide more specific information related to the cause of the crash but died confirm the motorcyclist was killed. The cyclist was identified as 45-year-old John Alfonso Tafoya. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
New Mexico State Police
Vehicles Involved
Motorcycle, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US Hwy 54
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Motorcycle collided with a semi-truck

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