New Mexico State Police continue proactive operations in the Albuquerque area. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

ALBUQUERQUE — In September 2023 the New Mexico State Police began a series of proactive operations in the Albuquerque area. Officers were tasked by New Mexico State Police Chief Troy Weisler with focusing their efforts on apprehending wanted violent felons and suppressing violent crime in the Albuquerque area.

In addition to addressing violent crime, State Police have been conducting traffic enforcement operations in Bernalillo County to reduce crashes, aggressive driving, speeding, lack of seatbelt usage, distracted driving, and DWIs.

Since the operation began Sept. 19, the New Mexico State Police has made 211 arrests (86 being repeat violent offenders). 21 guns have been taken off the street, and 23 stolen vehicles have been recovered. In addition, 139 grams of Methamphetamine, 291 grams of Fentanyl, 25 grams of Cocaine, and 5 grams of Ecstasy have been seized.

Officers made 3,234 traffic stops resulting in 3,037 citations for various traffic violations.

Working closely with federal and local law enforcement partners, State Police will continue to tackle issues that burden the citizens of Albuquerque like auto theft, violent crime, drug trafficking, and robbery.

Follow the New Mexico State Police on Twitter and Facebook @NMStatePolice for updates on the operation, as well as active scenes and additional operations conducted across the state.