LAPD News:
At about 11:50 a.m. today, Jan. 29, 2025, Los Alamos police responded to a crash on Omega Bridge.
Omega Bridge’s southbound lane will be closed for an undetermined amount of time due to this two-vehicle non-injury traffic crash.
Investigation and fluid clean-up are in progress. All southbound traffic is being diverted onto West Road.
Updates will be provided when available.
Chief Troy Weisler
NMSP News:
ALBUQUERQUE – In light of the new information related to the FBI’s DWI Enterprise investigation, New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Chief Troy Weisler has issued the following statement:
“The behavior outlined in the recently released federal documents is disgusting and has no place in law enforcement. If we determine members of the State Police were involved, they will be dealt with swiftly and decisively.
“This is an evolving situation, and we will evaluate new information as it comes in; however, at this time, we have no evidence to believe that our officers are Read More
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham speaks with Rep. Christine Chandler, D-Los Alamos, following a news conference to discuss public safety held at the state Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025. Photo by Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican
Bernalillo County District Attorney Sam Bregman speaks to the group gathered at a news conference held at the state Capitol on Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2025. ‘However, I want to make this as clear as possible, violent juvenile crime is out of control,’ said Bregman, who is advocating for legal changes to crack down on youthful offenders. Photo by Gabriela Campos/The New Mexican Read More
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) will conduct DWI Operations over the next few months.
Citizens can expect to see DWI roadblocks and saturation patrols to combat crimes related to driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, underage drinking, and open container violations.
Citizens can always report suspected drunk drivers by calling the Los Alamos County Emergency Communications Center at 505.662.8222. Read More
By Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone:
The Los Alamos Police Department has received questions from the community regarding our immigration policy given the recent coverage of immigration enforcement at the federal level.
Although the federal administration has changed, our policy has not.
The Police Department works with all our federal partners and provides assistance as prescribed by law, or as a matter of public and officer safety.
With specific respect to immigration, the Department has a responsibility to properly identify and make Counsular notification of any foreign Read More
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A Gallup man pleaded guilty Jan. 23 in Federal Court to shooting and seriously injuring another man during a confrontation on the Navajo reservation last year.
According to court documents, Jan. 22, 2024, Arthur Chee Pat, 69, an enrolled member of the Navajo Nation, heard a commotion near his residence in Gallup and drove to investigate. Upon arriving at John Doe’s residence, where his son and three other men were gathered, Pat retrieved a firearm from his vehicle. He then fired three gunshots in the direction of one man and two more towards John Doe, striking Doe Read More
Sgt. Gabe Luna at left. Courtesy/NMSP
Sgt. Gabe Luna, front row at far right. Courtesy/NMSP
NMSP News:
The New Mexico State Police Department (NMSP) has announced that Sgt. Gabe Luna, Commander of the Bomb Squad, has been re-invited to instruct at the FBI’s prestigious Hazardous Devices School (HDS) in Huntsville, Ala. This esteemed position highlights Sgt. Luna’s exceptional expertise in bomb disposal and his unwavering commitment to public safety.
Sgt. Luna, who has served on the NMSP Bomb Squad since 2011, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role at HDS, where he has instructed Read More
Chief Dino Sgambellone
2024 Crime Statistics
Released by Chief Sgambellone:
Overall, crime reported to police in all categories rose 9%, with Crimes Against Persons increasing from 43 to 50, Crimes Against Property increasing from 157 to 170, and Crimes Against Society increasing from 21 to 24.
Consistent with crime reported to police in 2023, larceny/theft and fraud cases continue to drive higher crime rates within the community. Citizens are encouraged to remain vigilant in their neighborhoods and secure personal belongings, vehicles and residences. Residents should feel free to Read More
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — A repeat offender from Espanola was sentenced Jan. 21 to 33 months in federal prison for drug trafficking charges after being found in possession of multiple controlled substances.
There is no parole in the federal system.
According to court documents, April 19, 2023, Jeremy Isaac Lopez, 29, was apprehended at the Cities of Gold Casino by the Pueblo of Pojoaque Tribal Police Department on a bench warrant that had been issued, after Lopez removed his GPS ankle monitor in violation of the pretrial release conditions put in place for his State of New Mexico charges related Read More
FBI News:
ALBUQUERQUE — An Albuquerque man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for a violent crime spree that began with a double murder, after being convicted at trial of two counts of attempted carjacking, one count of carjacking, and the possession and use of a firearm during and in relation to a crime of violence.
At trial, the court heard evidence that Sept. 7, 2020, Dakota Briscoe, 38, used a tan handgun to commit a series of violent acts, including the double homicide of two victims whose bodies were discovered in a burning vehicle in the South Valley. Although the firearm was never recovered Read More