FARMINGTON, N.M. (KRQE) – What was intended to be a routine police stop for illegal racing turned into a horrific, fiery crash, with one woman now facing charges as a result.

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Farmington Deputy Chief Kyle Dowdy described it as the worst crash he's personally witnessed. Late last Friday night, Farmington police were on patrol when they observed two cars racing: a red Supra and a white sedan. When officers attempted to pull them over, the cars took off at high speeds. The situation quickly esc

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