ROSWELL, N.M. (AP) - New Mexico authorities have started the search for a boy and his father after his mother was found dead in a southeast Roswell home.
Authorities say the boy is believed to be with his 32-year-old father Jorge Rico-Ruvira and possibly headed to Mexico.
Authorities say the death of 27-year-old Isela Mauricio-Sanchez Tuesday was ruled a homicide.
New Mexico State Police officers say the boy is missing and believed to be in danger. An Amber Alert was issued Tuesday for 3-year-old Osiel Ernesto Rico.
Authorities say the pair are believed to be traveling in a 2003 maroon GMC Yukon SUV with a turquoise New Mexico license plate MNF231.
Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Roswell Police Department or call 911.
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