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THE MILITARY ORDER OF THE WORLD WARS AWARD
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Saturday, September 18th, 2021 The Greater El Paso chapter of The Military Order of the World Wars presented the " 2020 Citizen of the Year " award to the Law Enforcement Community, as a whole, to all the various law enforcement agencies and EPFD that responded so quickly, bravely and efficiently to the Walmart tragedy on Aug. 3, 2019. The 2021 award was given to all the "essential personnel", whether they knew they were essential or not prior to the pandemic, who so heroically responded to keep our citizens safe and our local economy uninterrupted during the peak of the pandemic. Commander Ryan Urrutia attended to receive these awards on behalf of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office. Mayor Oscar Leeser was there to receive the award presented to The El Paso Police Department.
The Military Order of the World Wars is a veteran organization of military officers, which supports patriotic education, law enforcement and youth activities. The national order is over 100 years old, founded in 1919 by General of the Armies John J. "Blackjack" Pershing. The list of past honorees of the Citizen of the Year reads like a Who's Who of El Paso history, of which our office is one. This will be the first time they have ever awarded the recognition to a group of people, rather than to one individual.
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DEADLY CONDUCT – DISCHARGE FIREARM – CHANDLER ARTEAGA
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September 29, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On September 28, 2021, approximately 1:00 pm, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Deputies from the Northwest Patrol Station were dispatched to the block of 7800 Kiely Road in reference to deadly conduct in progress. Witnesses informed Sheriff’s Office that their neighbor was recklessly discharging a shotgun from his backyard towards a residential area.
Deputies along with Northwest Criminal Investigations Division Detectives, Justice of the Peace 1, and Justice of the Peace 7 Constables arrived to find out the subject was trying to dispose of the shotgun and casings. The items were found in the desert area. The subject was subsequently located and taken into custody for Deadly Conduct without incident.
The subject was identified as Chandler Arteaga, 29 years of age.
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Graduation Announcement - Detention Officer Class 21-04
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El Paso, Texas - Sheriff Richard D. Wiles and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office invite you to the upcoming graduation ceremony for Detention Officer Class 21-4 on Friday, October 1, 2021.
This group of hard-working individuals will be honored for their many hours of study, preparation, and hard work to reach their goal of becoming Sheriff’s Office Detention Officers.
We would be honored with your presence at this celebration. Graduation will be held at Pebble Hills High School Auditorium located at 14400 Pebble Hills Blvd. at 1:30 p.m..
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UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER – COVID-19 VACCINE AND FLU SHOT EVENT
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El Paso, Texas - On Monday, September 27, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff's Office deputies assigned to the East Montana Patrol Station assisted with the University Medical Center COVID-19 Vaccine and Flu Shot Event, located at 14700 Montana Ave Vista Market. The event was open to the public for all residents who desired to receive COVID-19 and flu vaccinations. On-site deputies were answering questions from the community and providing information reference to personal concerns of the community. Deputies also distributed information pamphlets on "Lock it or Lose it" and reminded residents to secure their vehicles at all times.
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RELEASE::: SHERIFF’S OFFICE- WANTED SEX OFFENDER CAPTURED – RICARDO HERRERA
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WANTED SEX OFFENDER CAPTURED – RICARDO HERRERA
September 22, 2021
El Paso, Texas – On September 5, 2021, Ricardo Herrera was taken into custody, after being on the run for two years in Young County, TX. He was booked into the Young County Jail by the Olney Police Department.
El Paso TX - On October 25, 2019 Ricardo Herrera was released from the Rudd ISF Unit (Brownfield, TX) & was scheduled to arrive in El Paso, TX the same date & notify TDCJ Parole of his arrival and report to 1700 Horizon (Halfway House) El Paso, TX. Herrera never arrived and a parole violation warrant was issued. He is currently on Parole for Failure to Comply with Sex Offender Registration and is a registered sex offender for the offense of Indecency With a Child/Contact out of the State of Texas, the victim being a 7 year old female. His last known location was the intersection of Texas Ave and 9th St in Lubbock, TX.
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RED SANDS ANTI- BULLYING PARADE
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September 16, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On Wednesday, September 15, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Deputies from the East Montana Patrol Station participated in the Anti-Bullying Parade and rally. The event was at Red Sands Elementary. Deputies, along with administration and Mountain View High School cheerleaders, drumline, and football players, all walked the school hallways while advising students who were lined up outside of their classrooms to “Be a Buddy and NOT a Bully”.
After the parade, a rally took place. Both students and staff enjoyed a small performance from both the cheer squad and drumline. An anti-bullying presentation was by the School Resource Deputy to all students through the Schools media room and announcement system.
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SPARKS EARLY HEAD START CENTER - HAND MADE POSTER
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September 15, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On September 14, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Deputies from the Community Services Section attended the Sparks Early Head Start Center. Deputies were given a hand-made poster made by the students appreciating Sheriff’s Office Deputies. A second poster is hung at the side window of their building facing the Sparks Station so that every deputy sees it when entering the building.
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9/11 Remembrance at Bassett Center
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El Paso County Sheriff’s Community Services participated at the 9/11 Remembrance at Bassett Center on Saturday, September 11th, 2021.
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2021 OFFICER OF THE YEAR AT THE PATRIOT DAY OBSERVANCE
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September 15, 2021
El Paso, Texas – On Saturday, September 11th, 2021, Sgt. Andre Wright was recognized by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 812 during their 9/11 Annual Memorial Ceremony. During the ceremony, the VFW post recognized members of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, El Paso Fire Department, El Paso Police Department, Ft. Bliss Fire Department, and Ft. Bliss Military Police for their hard work and dedication to our community. Congratulations Sgt. Wright, very well-deserved award!
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BURGLARY SUSPECT APREHENDED – JAVIER NUÑEZ
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September 14, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On September 13, 2021, at approximately 6:57 p.m., El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Deputies were dispatched to the 15000 block of Hope Rd. in reference to a Burglary of Habitation. While on the scene, Deputies located shoe impressions. Deputies tracked the shoe impressions through the desert, leading to an apartment on Sullivan dr. Deputies secured the residence while Detectives responded to the scene. Upon the arrival of Montana Patrol Station Detectives, based upon evidence discovered by responding deputies, the OFFENDER was located and identified as Javier Nunez. Based on findings, the OFFENDER was detained and interviewed by detectives, which resulted in the confession of Nunez to three additional burglaries, which were under investigation by the Montana Patrol Station Detectives. Detectives also obtained a search warrant to the residence and located stolen property to include several rifles and handguns. Warrants are being filed for Nunez for several counts of Burglary.
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CARRER DAY - BURGES HIGH SCHOOL
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September 14, 2021
El Paso, Texas – On September 8, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Community Service Deputies participated in a Career Day Event at Burges High School. Deputies talked to the students about what it takes to become a deputy or a detention officer. They talked about personal experiences with the students and staff. Students asked questions and enjoyed the presentation. Students were also able to get into the unit. Dual Credit Criminal Justice Instructor Moses Moses Megliorino said, “their professionalism and presentation were priceless. Thank You, Deputy Archer and Deputy Gonzalez
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9/11 Remembrance - Tornillo Elementary
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September 10, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On Thursday, September 10th, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Deputies from the Peter J. Herrera Patrol Station visited the students at Tornillo Elementary. Deputies joined the students in reciting the pledge of allegiance and then provided a speech on public and school safety. Afterwards, the deputies discussed 9/11, its impact on the country, as well as remembrance of the anniversary.
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DRUG AWARENESS PRESENTATION - Tornillo Highschool
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September 10, 2021
El Paso, Texas - On September 09, 2021, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Deputies attended a Drug Awareness presentation at Tornillo High School. Deputies gave the students, parents, and staff a presentation on how the effects of drug use is undeniably impacting high school students. Deputies also provided statistics and discussed substance abuse. The students were engaged during the presentation and asked informed questions. Assistant Principal Jackie Medina commented on the presentation being well organized and informative.
