Alamogordo Police Log: 89 Incidents Reported in Early October, Including Juvenile Referrals, a Bomb Threat, Drug Arrests, and Traffic Crashes

The Alamogordo Police Department recorded a total of 89 incidents between September 29 and October 5, 2025, reflecting a busy week of law enforcement activity across the city. The official report, released by the City of Alamogordo, highlights a range of public safety concerns including juvenile offenses, drug-related arrests, traffic collisions, and property crimes.

Juvenile Referrals and School-Related Incidents

Law enforcement referred 18 juvenile cases to the Juvenile Probation Office. These included:

• Eight shoplifting cases, primarily at local grocery stores

• Five cannabis possession violations on school grounds, including Alamogordo High School and Chaparral Middle School

• Three auto burglary and conspiracy cases

• One bomb scare and shooting threat

• One reckless driving incident

Drug and Paraphernalia Charges

At least ten arrests were made for possession of controlled substances or drug paraphernalia. Charges included methamphetamine and fentanyl possession, as well as unlawful firearm transactions.

Shoplifting and Property Crimes

Police responded to twelve shoplifting incidents, with charges ranging from theft under $250 to over $2,500. Several cases involved repeat offenses and additional charges such as resisting arrest and burglary.

Trespassing violations were also prevalent, with eight cases involving unauthorized entry into condemned properties, retail establishments, and private residences. Officers documented three burglary reports, including one involving a stolen firearm.

Traffic Crashes and DWI Arrests

Three vehicle crashes with injuries were reported:

• A collision at Oregon Avenue and 9th Street

• An accident at 1st Street and Washington Avenue

• A parking lot crash involving auto burglary and firearm theft

Multiple arrests were made for driving while intoxicated (DWI) and hit-and-run violations, including failure to report accidents and driving without a license.

Domestic and Public Disturbances

Police responded to seven domestic-related incidents, including battery against household members and property damage. Additionally, six disorderly conduct citations were issued at locations including restaurants, pharmacies, and trailer parks.

Warrants and Court Violations

More than fifteen arrests were made on outstanding warrants from Municipal, Magistrate, and District Courts. Charges included failure to appear, probation violations, and trafficking offenses.

Weekly Incident Summary

Category Count

Total Incidents Logged 89

Juvenile Referrals 18

Shoplifting Cases 12

Drug/Paraphernalia Charges 10

Domestic Disturbances 7

Disorderly Conduct 6

Vehicle Crashes (with injury) 3

Trespassing Cases 8

Burglary Reports 3

DWI Arrests 2

Warrants Served 15+

The Alamogordo Police Department continues to monitor public safety and encourages residents to report suspicious activity. For full details, the weekly report is available via the City of Alamogordo’s Document Center https://ci.alamogordo.nm.us/DocumentCenter/View/17647/September-29-to-O…

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