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LAPD Advises Public Of Rise In Catalytic Converter Thefts

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Local catalytic converter thefts are on the rise. Courtesy image

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) would like to inform the public about catalytic converter thefts. In recent weeks the department has responded to about a half-dozen reports of catalytic converters being stolen from vehicles. North Mesa and Barranca Mesa neighborhoods have been targeted recently.

It has been a while since the community has experienced catalytic converter thefts at this rate. 

LAPD would like to remind the community to remain vigilant of any suspicious activity or people in the area.  Anyone Read More

New Mexico State Police Recover Two Stolen Vehicles And Make Felony Arrest In Santa Fe

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The SUV driven by Geronimo Vigil of Santa Fe after he attempted to flee the scene. Courtesy/NMSP

The interiror of the SUV driven by Geronimo Vigil of Santa Fe now facing multiple charges. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

SANTA FE — At around 9 a.m., July 21, 2024, a New Mexico State Police officer encountered an unoccupied stolen vehicle on Hopewell Street in Santa Fe. While waiting for a tow truck to take possession of the stolen vehicle, he saw a blue SUV driving on Hopewell with a flat tire

Once the tow truck loaded up the vehicle, the officer drove down Hopewell towards Espinacitas Street in search of the Read More

U.S. Attorney And FBI Charge Farmington Woman For Federal Drug Trafficking And Firearms Offenses … If Convicted She Faces Up To Life In Prison

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Following a high speed chase, investigators discovered a cell phone and more than 4,000 suspected counterfeit oxycodone pills submerged in water inside this cooler in Tasheena Hoskie’s vehicle. They also found 6,000 unidentified pills and 2 firearms and additional suspected methamphetamine. A subsequent search of Hoskie’s residence in Farmington uncovered more suspected methamphetamine, approximately 6,000 unidentified pills and 10 firearms. Courtesy/FBI

Investigators recovered approximately 548 grams of suspected methamphetamine that had been thrown from Tasheena Hoskie’s Read More

New Mexico Governor To Lead Public Safety Town Halls In Albuquerque July 29 And In Española July 30

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From the Office of the Governor:

SANTA FE — Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will host two town halls on public safety next week: one in Albuquerque Monday and another in Española Tuesday.

“More than 500 members of the Las Cruces community participated in our public safety forum on Thursday and we’re eager to keep this crucially important conversation going,” Gov. Lujan Grisham said. “The upcoming town halls in Albuquerque and Española will allow us to hear firsthand from residents about our state’s crime challenges and discuss ways we can work together to make our communities safer.”

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LAPD Announces New Deputy Chief Of Police James Rodriguez

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Deputy Chief of Police James Rodriguez, left, receives a Police Chief’s Commendation for his work on LAPD’ s  accreditation from Police Chief Dino Sgambellone. Post file photo

LAPD News:

The Los Alamos Police Department (LAPD) has announced the appointment of James Rodriguez as the new Deputy Chief of Police. Deputy Chief Rodriguez brings more than 20 years of dedicated service and experience to the position.

Deputy Chief Rodriguez began his career with the Las Cruces Police Department in February 2004 as a patrol officer. In October of 2005, Rodriguez was hired by the Los Alamos Police Department. Read More

New Mexico State Police Arrest Former Lieutenant For Timecard And Overtime Fraud

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Former NMSP Lt. David Neil
Grant County Detention Center

NMSP News:

SILVER CITY—The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) today announced former State Police Lt. David Neil’s arrest following a thorough investigation into allegations of timecard and overtime fraud. The arrest marks a significant step in the department’s commitment to maintaining transparency, integrity, and accountability within its ranks.

The investigation began last year after internal audits revealed discrepancies in Neil’s timecard submissions and overtime claims. The discrepancies prompted NMSP to launch a comprehensive Read More

New Mexico State Police Assist In Apprehension Of Murder Suspect Wanted In Colorado

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NMSP apprehended Colorado murder suspect Frank Perez without incident, shown here being transported to the DeBaca County Detention Center. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

SANTA FE – On July 20, 2024, law enforcement officers from the County of Boulder, Colo., requested the assistance of the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) in apprehending a murder suspect.

Frank Perez, 30, who was involved in a fatal incident in Colorado, had an active warrant for murder among other felony crimes. Perez boarded a Greyhound bus and was traveling towards the Mexico border in Texas.

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New Mexico State Police Officer Honored In Washington, D.C., After Receiving The 2023 United States Interdiction Coordinator Award For Highway Interdictions

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New Mexico State Police K9 Officer Julian Armijo and the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Group were presented with the 2023 United States Interdiction Coordinator (USIC) Award for Highway Interdictions. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

Washington, D.C.—On July 19, 2024, New Mexico State Police K9 Officer Julian Armijo and the Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) High Intensity Drug Trafficking Areas (HIDTA) Group were presented with the 2023 United States Interdiction Coordinator (USIC) Award for Highway Interdictions.

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NMSP: Traffic Stop Leads To Drug Bust, Felony Charges

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NMSP News:

SANTA FE—On July 16, 2024, at around 1:58 p.m., a New Mexico State Police (NMSP) officer made a traffic stop on Agua Fria and Alicia for a seatbelt violation, which resulted in a significant drug bust and multiple felony charges. During the stop, the officer learned that the passenger, Jesse Angel Tredway, 19, who was not wearing his seatbelt, had an outstanding warrant for Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon.

Upon further investigation, a search warrant was obtained for a backpack in Tredway’s possession. The subsequent search revealed large quantities of cash, drugs (including Read More

New Mexico State Police Investigations Bureau Achieves 100% Clearance Rate In 2023 Homicide Cases

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NMSP Chief Troy Weisler

NMSP News:

The New Mexico State Police (NMSP) announces that its Investigations Bureau has successfully solved all 20 homicide cases it investigated in 2023.

This remarkable achievement underscores the Bureau’s unwavering commitment to justice and the tireless work ethic of its dedicated agents.

“Achieving a 100% clearance rate in homicide cases is a testament to the extraordinary skill and dedication of our investigators,” NMSP Chief Troy Weisler said. “This accomplishment reflects the rigorous training, advanced investigative techniques, and relentless Read More