Las Cruces Man, 37, Convicted of Aggravated Assault and Shooting From a Vehicle

Art Erik Ramirez, 37, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on July 16, 2026. Under booking number 2600005628, he was processed on a felony court commitment following an arrest at 201 W. Picacho Ave. He is currently held without bond. According to news reports, the charges stem from a road rage incident involving a teenage driver. Court and news records show that Ramirez was found guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and shooting at or from a motor vehicle. During the proceedings, the mother of the victim provided testimony regarding the impact of the shooting on her son. Court and news records indicate Ramirez was convicted in this case.