Some details revealed in fatal shooting outside Chili's - Las Cruces Bulletin

Fatal Shooting Outside Chili's

According to Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story, Philip Mullin, 50, was shot and killed by an officer in the parking lot outside Chili's Grill and Bar after refusing to comply.

The incident occurred after Mullin threatened multiple customers inside the restaurant with a knife and a claw hammer during an angry exchange, which took place just after 6 p.m. in a crowded restaurant.

Despite repeated requests from the officer, Mullin failed to comply, resulting in the fatal shooting.

Philip Mullin, 50, was shot by an officer and killed in the parking lot outside Chili’s Grill and Bar after refusing to comply.

Author's summary: Fatal shooting outside Chili's leaves one dead.

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Las Cruces Bulletin Las Cruces Bulletin — 2025-10-15