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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 10, 2026Hillsborough

Santa Fe police arrest man for throwing rocks at moving vehicles on Cerrillos Road

Santa Fe police arrested 28-year-old Souleymane Soumah after he allegedly threw rocks at multiple moving vehicles on Cerrillos Road, causing property damage and minor injuries. The suspect was apprehended at Railyard Park following a pursuit and now faces multiple felony charges, including aggravated assault and criminal property damage.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in damage to at least four vehicles, including a New Mexico Department of Transportation unit, and caused physical injury to a driver, impacting public safety on a major city thoroughfare.

Key Facts

  • Souleymane Soumah, 28, was arrested for throwing rocks at moving vehicles on Cerrillos Road.
  • The incident occurred on August 6 around 6:55 p.m. between Cordova Road and St. Francis Drive.
  • At least four vehicles were damaged, including a New Mexico Department of Transportation vehicle.
  • One driver sustained a knee injury from shattered glass.
  • The suspect allegedly pursued a vehicle containing a driver and two minors while throwing rocks.
  • Police used a Taser and a retractable baton to subdue the suspect at Railyard Park.
  • The suspect faces five counts of felony criminal property damage, two counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer, and seven counts of aggravated assault.
  • Additional charges include physical assault, assault on an officer, resisting arrest, and an outstanding warrant for failure to appear in court.
  • The suspect is currently held at the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center.

Who's Mentioned

personSouleymane Soumah“28-year-old suspect arrested for throwing rocks at vehicles.”locationCerrillos Road“Location where the incidents occurred.”other28“Age of the suspect.”organizationSanta Fe Police Department“Law enforcement agency that conducted the arrest.”other911“Emergency system used to report the incident.”organizationNew Mexico Department of Transportation“Owner of a vehicle damaged during the incident.”locationSanta Fe County Adult Detention Center“Facility where the suspect is being held.”