NMSP News:
ALBUQUERQUE — In September 2023, the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) began a series of proactive operations in the Albuquerque area.
Officers were tasked by NMSP 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, NMSP 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, NMSP made:
- 140 arrests (68 being repeat and or violent offenders);
- Thirteen guns have been taken off the street (2 of which were stolen); and
- 12 stolen vehicles have been recovered.
Drugs seized:
- 88 grams of Methamphetamine;
- 62 grams of Fentanyl;
- 25 grams of Cocaine; and
- 5 grams of Ecstasy.
Officers made more than 2,600 traffic stops resulting in 2,511 citations for various traffic violations. There were 97 commercial motor vehicle inspections conducted, and 14 drivers were placed out of service.
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.