New Mexico State Police officer arrested for DWI resigns
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – A New Mexico State Police officer who was arrested on DWI charges resigned from her position, State Police Chief Troy Weisler announced Thursday.
Rachel Hall, 32, was booked into the McKinley County Adult Detention Center early Friday morning, and NMSP initially placed her on administrative leave. Police Chief Weisler issued the following statement in a news release:
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'I was extremely disappointed to learn one of my officers had been arrested. Officer Hall was immediately placed on administrative leave. She chose to resign before an internal investigation could be completed. I remain committed to holding all my officers accountable for their actions. Her conduct does not reflect the values and integrity that define a New Mexico State Police officer, and I am deeply troubled by her conduct and this breach of public trust. The actions of Officer Hall betray the professionalism and dedication shown by members of our agency daily. NMSP remains steadfast in our mission to serve and protect the State of New Mexico with honor and integrity. Those who dishonor this badge have no place in the State Police.'
According to the criminal complaint, an on-duty deputy with the McKinley County Sheriff's Office first took note of Hall's vehicle around 11 p.m. on Feb. 27 when she turned onto Highway 66, coming northbound from southbound one-way South Third Street.
While the deputy was following Hall's vehicle, they noted that she nearly rear-ended another car at a red light, drove over a sidewalk, almost struck a light pole, and hit multiple curbs, popping both of her car's right-side tires.
The deputy later found an open bottle of vodka in Hall's vehicle. Hall was arrested and refused to take a breath test. She has since pleaded not guilty to five charges, including aggravated DWI.
NMSP confirmed that Hall was with the department for four years and eight months;
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