NMSP News:

SANTA CLARA — At approximately 2:30 a.m., Jan. 16, 2024, New Mexico State Police Ofc. Joe Sierra was dispatched to an address on Fort Bayard Street in Santa Clara in reference to an apparent drug overdose.

Once on scene, Ofc. Sierra immediately recognized a male subject on the ground who was unresponsive but with a pulse. Ofc. Sierra rolled the male on his side and administered one dose of Naloxone (Narcan). The male remained unconscious and a second dose of Narcan was given. 

Ofc. Sierra began giving sternum rubs but they were unsuccessful. EMS arrived on scene and gave two more additional doses of Narcan which revived the male. He was then able to stand up and speak with the paramedics. The male was transported to an area hospital for monitoring.

Throughout the entire event, Ofc. Sierra remained calm and explained to the male’s mother what actions he was taking to save her son’s life. Ofc. Sierra has been with the New Mexico State Police for six years.