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Recent actions by the New Mexico State Police from around the state...
On Thursday, July 24, 2025, at around 12:10 a.m., New Mexico State Police officers were dispatched to a vehicle collision involving two vehicles on US-380 near mile marker 196 in Chaves County.
The initial investigation indicates that a 2019 Chevy passenger vehicle, driven by Charles Johnson (69), was traveling eastbound on US-380 when, for unknown reasons, veered into the westbound lanes of traffic and struck a 2017 Kia passenger vehicle, head on.
The driver of the Chevy, Mr. Johnson, and Heather Morris (40), a passenger in the Kia, were pronounced deceased by the Office of the Medical Investigator. The driver and 2 other passengers in the Kia were transported to an area hospital. Their conditions are unknown.
This crash remains under investigation by the New Mexico State Police.
A collaborative effort between law enforcement agencies has led to 926 arrests in Albuquerque, targeting people linked to violence, drug trafficking, and outstanding warrants. This operation aims to increase public safety and reduce crime.
926 arrests
803 warrants cleared
398 new felony cases — 49.2% drug-related
Arrest Details
410 new criminal charges
317 with pending cases
568 with active warrants
Seized Evidence
35,618 fentanyl pills
1,078.81g meth
65 firearms
80 stolen vehicles
Felony Case Breakdown
48 new warrants
180 pending cases
71 awaiting trial
110 metro prelims
31 diverted to treatment
Led by:
Bernalillo County District Attorney's Office
Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office
NM State Police
NM Corrections (Probation & Parole)
UPDATE- Located Safe on 7/22/25, on July 19, 2025, the Santa Fe Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance locating Julez Jaramillo, a 14-year-old male juvenile from Santa Fe.
Julez was reported missing in the early hours of Saturday, July 19, 2025, by his mother, Savanna Suazo. Julez was last seen by his mother when he left their residence in the 200 block of Villa Alegre Street, at about 11:00 p.m., on Tuesday, July 15, 2025.
Julez was believed to be wearing a black t-shirt, black sweater, black sweatpants and black Jordan shoes. This case is now closed as he is now located.
On Friday, July 18, a New Mexico State Police Officer arrested 38-year-old Alejandro Rodriguez in Socorro County.
At approximately 8:15 p.m., the officer attempted to stop a black Ford Ranger driven by Rodriguez, who was suspected of being involved in a road rage incident. The officer activated his emergency lights and sirens to initiate a traffic stop, but the vehicle failed to stop, and the officer chose not to pursue.
Shortly afterward, the same vehicle was seen again near mile marker 134 traveling at a high rate of speed. The officer re-engaged his emergency equipment and attempted a high-risk traffic stop. The vehicle briefly stopped, but Rodriguez ignored verbal commands and fled the scene a second time, and a pursuit ensued.
During the pursuit, Rodriguez drove erratically, at times reaching speeds over 105 MPH. The officer performed a Pursuit Intervention Technique (P.I.T.) maneuver, which was executed successfully, bringing the pursuit to an end. The vehicle came to a controlled stop, and Rodriguez was taken into custody without further incident.
Rodriguez was booked into the Socorro County Detention Center.
He faces the following charges:
- Resisting, Evading, or Obstructing an Officer
- Aggravated Fleeing a Law Enforcement Officer
- DWI (2nd Offense)
The New Mexico State Police remains committed to keeping our roads safe through proactive enforcement.
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