R.I.P.: KSMX Clovis NM Radio Personality Steve Rooney

Steve Rooney

Steve Rooney, a popular radio personality for KSMX Mix 107.5 FM in Clovis NM was killed in a single in a car crash near his home in Portales.

Rooney, 45, was northbound on South Roosevelt Road S when the vehicle he was driving encountered ice on the roadway, according to a news release from New Mexico State Police.

“Mr. Rooney lost control of the vehicle, the vehicle exited the roadway and collided with a tree,” the release said.

Officials said the time of the accident was not immediately clear, though Rooney died at the scene. No other injuries were reported.

A Facebook post on Mix 107.5 asked for prayers for Rooney’s wife and four children.