NMSP will continue to conduct holiday travel operations into the new year and encourages the public to drive safely and follow all traffic laws while traveling on New Mexico’s roadways. Courtesy/NMSP

NMSP News:

Statewide—During the Christmas holiday, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) participated in the Combined Accident Reduction Effort (C.A.R.E.) operation, which was implemented across all roadways in the state.

The initiative aims to enhance motorist safety and decrease the number of crashes by maintaining a strong law enforcement presence.

Due to the increased traffic volume during the holiday, NMSP enhanced patrol presence on roadways across all 12 State Police districts. This initiative took place during the busiest travel days leading up to the holidays, specifically Tuesday, Dec. 24, 2024, to Thursday, Dec.  26, 2024.

The operation led to State Police officers issuing nearly 1,000 traffic citations, including 31 for failure to wear seat belts. Additionally, 9 arrests for DWI were made across the state. Officers also investigated 21 crashes. The Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Bureau conducted 11 commercial vehicle inspections.

NMSP prioritize motorist safety, and officers will continue to conduct holiday travel operations into the new year. NMSP encourages the public to drive safely and follow all traffic laws while traveling on New Mexico’s roadways.