Rio Arriba County sheriff dies unexpectedly

Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy Merrifield dies unexpectedly; county provides no cause

Friends and supporters throughout Northern New Mexico mourned Merrifield's death Sunday, describing him as a guardian and skilled investigator.

Rio Arriba County Sheriff passes away

RIO ARRIBA COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – Rio Arriba County says Sheriff Billy Merrifield passed away Sunday morning. Merrifield had been serving as the county's sheriff since 2022. Forecast Continues Below Podcast: What Will Voters Do With $1.5 Million? Entertainment: These movies were filmed in Las Cruces. Have you seen them? Crime: ABQ man charged federally for arson attacks at Tesla, Republican Party headquarters Weird: Peacocks spotted in Albuquer…

Rio Arriba County sheriff dies unexpectedly

Rio Arriba County Sheriff Billy A. Merrifield, 50, died at his home early Sunday morning. The announcement came in a press release from the Office of the County Manager. “It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Sheriff Billy A. Merrifield, who passed away unexpectedly at his home early this morning,” the release stated. “Sheriff Merrifield dedicated his life to serving and protecting the residents of Rio Arriba County, and his lo…

SANTA FE – The sheriff of Río Arriba County, Billy Merrifield, died unexpectedly in his house in the early hours of Sunday, Rio Arriba County reported. “The Sheriff Merrifield personified the best of public service. We worked well together, with the same goal of making Rio Arriba County a safer place for everyone. We will deeply miss his leadership, integrity and dedication, both professionally and personally,” said Mary Carmack-Altwies, prosecu…