Eddy County Deputies Investigate Another Oilfield Death Case

Eddy County Sheriff’s Deputies are investigating another death at an oilfield site. Just before 8am Monday, deputies responded to the report of a man unresponsive and not breathing. The exact site of the oilfield was not disclosed. However, auithorities said 36 year old Jose Martino Moreno Nuez Junior, was pronounced dead at the scene. The department said foul play was not suspected and there was no threat to the public. However, anyone with information on Jose Martino Moreno Nuez Junior is urged to call 575-887-7551.

Two weeks ago, two men were found dead at an oilfield near Highway 82 and Turkey Tract Road. No other details about that case are known.