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Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Yahoo
Law enforcement provide update on Operation Route 66 in Albuquerque
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – While the Albuquerque Police Department and the New Mexico National Guard will ramp up their crime-fighting mission on Central Ave. next week, the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office and Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office, along with New Mexico State Police, said they won't stop their three-month operation on the same stretch. Story continues below Crime: Juveniles wanted for armed robbery arrested after incident at an ABQ high school Digital Show: High-Speed RV chase ends in deadly crash – New Mexico Crime Files Development: Latest step forward for East Mountain's Campbell Ranch Operation Route 66 has led to at least 700 arrests since February on Central Ave. east of San Mateo Blvd. While they consider it a success, the agencies behind this said they're not going away, even with the National Guard's APD operation expected to hit full force by the end of the month. 'I want to deliver a direct message to the criminals that think they have managed to slip through the cracks thus far your time is running out your days of terrorizing this community are coming to an end when your luck runs out and it will you will meet the consequences the age of lawlessness is over,' said Chief Troy Weisler, New Mexico State Police. 'We're a fairly nimble group, so we will be out and about, and we will go where the crime is happening,' said Sam Bregman. The agencies behind the operation also said Monday that they're looking to expand beyond their work on Central Ave., but they didn't identify a specific location. District Attorney Sam Bregman said about 100 deputies, officers, and agents are working in the east central corridor weekly as part of Operation Route 66. Since February, they've cleared over 500 outstanding warrants. Seven homicide suspects have also been arrested. So far, the group said there is no end date for the operation. 'Look, there's different arms of the government in the criminal justice system. It's time for them to do their jobs because I know we are doing ours, so it's time for them to step up to keep people in jail or whatever they are going to do,' said Bernalillo County Sheriff John Allen. Other stats from the operation include more than 60 stolen cars recovered and more than 50 guns taken off the street that were either in the hands of felons or marked stolen. The operation is being partly funded by warrant enforcement money from the state legislature. APD's operation Zia Shield is expected to add up to 71 National Guard members helping officers along east Central Ave. by May 31. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-03-2025
- Yahoo
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: VIDEO: New Mexico State Police officer charged with driving drunk '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; Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
11-02-2025
- Politics
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Bill aims to make DWI prosecution easier in New Mexico
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Lawmakers want to make prosecuting DWI cases easier by allowing officers to obtain a search warrant for a blood test faster and in more instances than currently allowed. On Monday, the bill that would do just that faced some skeptics who say it's not necessary. 'There is a growing problem with DWI related to drugs really all we are trying to do with this bill is get the tools that we need to be able to deal with that issue,' said New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler. Story continues below Don't Miss: Family reunited with lost cat who was missing in desert for nearly a month Crime: Former APD officer used MVD info as tool to bring more clients into DWI scandal National: Former Disney Channel actress 'shot in the face' at birthday event for husband Since 2016, law enforcement officers have only been able to get a warrant for blood tests after a DWI arrest if it was a felony meaning it's a repeat offense or someone was injured or killed. 'Back before then we had something called the Implied Consent Advisory that Representative Reeb said allowed us to do a breath test or blood test or both,' said a spokesperson with the Department of Public Safety. This bill would give officers back that choice for misdemeanor DWIs as well. 'The first thing will be a request for consent for the blood test, and if that is denied, that is when the officer will go to the judge with a search warrant,' said Rep. Andrea Reeb (R-Clovis), who is sponsoring the bill. Attorneys and law enforcement spoke out in support of the bill to the House Judiciary Committee on Monday saying this change would be beneficial for prosecuting DWIs involving drugs. 'Current laws are outdated, hampering law enforcement's ability to address impaired driving,' said Larry Sonntag with Better Together NM. A lawyer with the Law Offices of the Public Defender argued it would not only create a backlog at labs but it's not necessary. 'Prosecutors can rely on evidence of bad driving, a suspect's behavior, and their physical symptoms when interacting with officers all of which is usually captured on video,' said Kim Chavez. Supporters say that doesn't always work.'It's very very hard to prosecute a case when it's the officer saying I think they were under this or that or whatever when I have nothing to back that up,' said Lt. Kurtis Ward with NMSP. New Mexico State Police and the Department of Public Safety first brought this proposal to the Courts, Corrections & Justice Committee in September of last year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
