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FBI Tech Tuesday: Protecting Yourself From Fake Barcodes On Gift Cards

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Courtesy/FBI

FBI News:

EL PASO, Texas — Gift cards have become a staple for any special occasion. They are readily available at any store for our shopping ease. Scammers have come up with another way to take money from the gift cards we purchase for family and friends.

Scammers place fake barcodes on the back of real gift card barcodes in the stores. When you purchase the card, the cashier scans the fake barcode at the checkout, which quietly pushes your money into the scammer’s gift card account, leaving you with a zero balance.

Protect yourself by examining the back of the gift card before buying Read More

New Mexico State Police Joined Many Agencies For National Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week

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Chief Troy Weisler

NMSP News:

The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) joined law enforcement agencies nationwide in recognizing National Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, which took place Sept. 17 to Sept. 23, 2023.

Throughout National Child Passenger Safety Awareness Week, the New Mexico State Police focused its efforts across the state on enforcing and educating drivers and passengers alike, reminding them about the critical importance of properly securing children in vehicles to prevent injuries and save lives.

During the week-long effort, NMSP officers across the state issued Read More

New Mexico State Police Charge 24-Year-Old With Attempted Murder For Shooting Protester Near Juan De Oñate Statue

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NMSP News: 

ESPAÑOLA – On Thursday, Sept. 28, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Investigations Bureau was called to investigate a shooting at 1122 Industrial Park in Española. 

NMSP Investigations Bureau agents learned that at around 12:30 p.m. on Sept. 28, a protest was happening between individuals over the Juan De Oñate Statue.

Ryan Martinez, 23, of Sandia Park, was at the sight of the statue and attempting to disrupt the peaceful protest. He jumped over a short wall and engaged a group of protesters. Martinez then brandished a firearm from his waistband and discharged one round, striking Read More

Española Police Chief Mizel Garcia Arrests Shooting Suspect

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Española Police Chief Mizel Garcia

City of Española News:

City of Española Mayor John Ramon Vigil ordered a lockdown earlier today,  Sept. 28, 2023, of all City of Española facilities following a shooting at the Rio Arriba County offices in Española.

Protestors and counter-protestors had gathered at the Rio Arriba offices in response to the county’s plans to install a statue of Juan de Oñate at the site, with an unveiling planned for this morning. The planned unveiling of the statue was canceled late Wednesday in response to reactions to the county’s plans, but protestors and counter-protestors Read More

Los Alamos Police Resume Fingerprint Services For Licensing, Certification, Employment Beginning Today!

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LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) has announced that fingerprint services have resumed as of today. Individuals requiring fingerprint services to complete federal, or state background checks can schedule an appointment by registering on the IdentoGo website at: https://nm.state.identogo.com or call 877.467.9215 for assistance.

Last May, the LAPD was notified by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety (NMDPS) that it had changed vendors for fingerprint background checks and support. The change at the state level required LAPD to halt services immediately until Read More

State Police Assist New Mexico Corrections Department With Arrest Of Felon Jesus Meza In Albuquerque

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NMSP News:

ALBUQUERQUE — As part of its proactive operations, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) assisted the New Mexico Corrections Department Security Threat Intelligence Unit (STIU) with Probation and Parole in apprehending a wanted criminal.

Sept. 22, 2023, NMSP Crime Suppression agents received information from STIU that Jesus Meza, 46, a wanted person with a lengthy criminal history, was in the Albuquerque area.

Meza had an outstanding felony warrant. Crime Suppression agents gathered intelligence and saturated the area where Meza was known to frequent.

Within an hour, Meza was Read More

NM State Police Arrest Violent Absconder In Española

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NMSP News:

Española – On Sept. 25, 2023, a New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officer on patrol on Riverside Drive in Española saw a man walking near the Cooks Trailer Park. Through past encounters, the officer recognized the individual as Robert Angel Martinez, 34, of Española.

Martinez was known to have an active probation violation warrant.

The NMSP officer made contact with Martinez, who initially was cooperative and engaged in conversation with the officer. A short time into the encounter, Martinez suddenly took off running through Cooks Trailer Park in an attempt to evade the officer.

The Read More

New Mexico State Police Begin Proactive Operations Targeting Violent Criminals In Albuquerque

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NMSP Chief Troy Weisler

NMSP News:

ALBUQUERQUE — The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) began a series of proactive operations Sept. 19 in the Albuquerque area.

Officers are focusing their efforts on apprehending wanted violent felons and suppressing violent crime by targeting criminals believed to be involved in criminal activity in the Albuquerque area.

The public can expect to see an increase in NMSP officers in Albuquerque over the coming weeks as the operation intensifies, and additional NMSP  officers are brought into the area. Working closely with federal and local law enforcement partners, Read More

Gov. Lujan Grisham Issues Statement Following Arrests Of Suspects In Murder Of 11-Year-Old Froylan Villegas 

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From the Office of the Governor:

Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released the following statement after the arrests of three men suspected in the murder of 11-year-old Froylan Villegas:

“Thank you to every officer, investigator, and detective involved in this case. The hard work of the Albuquerque Police Department, New Mexico State Police, and federal law enforcement partners made apprehending these men possible.

“I join my fellow New Mexicans in continuing to mourn the senseless loss of another young life from gun violence. These tragedies are becoming all too common Read More

NMSP: 2023 New Mexico State Fair Among Safest In Years

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NMSP officers with a couple of young attendees recently at the New Mexico State Fair. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP officers chat with young attendees at the New Mexico State Fair recently in Albuquerque. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

ALBUQUERQUE – Sept. 7 through Sept. 17, the New Mexico State Fair brought in hundreds of thousands of visitors looking to have a good time with their friends and family. As always, New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officers were stationed throughout the fairgrounds to ensure visitors enjoyed their time in a safe environment.

During those two weeks, no vehicles were stolen from Read More