EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – From January 1 to the end of March, members of the New Mexico State Police Crime Suppression Bureau (CSB) have been making arrests and seizures in efforts to continue combating major crime issues around the state, the New Mexico State Police announced in a news release.
During that time, their activity includes the following seizures and arrests:
Felony arrest: 206
Misdemeanor arrest: 2
Cocaine: 77 pounds seized
Meth: 21 pounds seized
Fentanyl: 91 pounds seized
Heroin: 11 pounds seized
Marijuana: 117 pounds seized
Crack Cocaine: 38 grams seized
Firearms seized: 32, 6 of which were stolen
Stolen vehicles recovered: 56
The State Police says CSB has specialized units that focus on recovering stolen vehicles, apprehending wanted fugitives and arresting those involved in drug trafficking organizations.
Additionally, multiple agents within CSB are part of multi-agency task forces with federal and local partners, according to the State Police
“Our commitment to the citizens of New Mexico is unwavering as we continue to take dangerous wanted felons off our streets, recover stolen property, and disrupt the flow of drugs before they find their way into our children’s hands,” said Troy Weisler, Chief of the New Mexico State Police. “My department’s resolve to protect our citizens is stronger than ever and we will continue our efforts in all communities of this great state.”
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