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NEWS RELEASE- ATV ACCIDENT AT REDSANDS 11.29.2024
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EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 29, 2024, at approximately 3:00 PM, El Paso County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a two all-terrain vehicle accident involving four individuals in the red sands area. One person was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment of injuries. Additional details are currently unavailable. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office would like to remind the public to exercise caution and follow all safety measures when operating such vehicles.
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PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT – FIGHT AGAINST DRUNK DRIVING
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EL PASO, TEXAS – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and the Peter J. Herrera Patrol Station wants to wish everyone happy holiday season, with that in mind we also want to remind everyone to be safe.
During Thanksgiving, Christmas and going into the New Year, our patrols will be increased to address drunk drivers in an attempt to keep the roads safe and ensure everyone makes it to their intended destination. Drunk driving carries a heavy toll in our communities and we want to urge everyone to not get behind the wheel after drinking any amount of alcohol. Remember, you can be arrested for drunk driving for being under the influence of medications or illicit substances, it’s not just alcohol.
Drunk driving is never necessary, alternatives are easier than ever to obtain such as a taxi or rideshare service, designating a sober driver, calling a friend or family member or simply staying put until you can safely operate a motor vehicle. Keep in mind, taxi or rideshare has a cost, but it will save you a fortune as it is much cheaper than paying fines, court costs, loss of property costs and may make it difficult of finding or keeping a job.
According to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 48% of traffic deaths in El Paso County in 2020 involved an impaired driver, which marked it as the highest percentage among large counties in the entire State.
Additionally, Texas Department of Transportation estimates a total of 699 crashes resulting in 27 fatalities occurred in El Paso in 2023 which alcohol was reported to be a contributing factor.
This is just a friendly reminder, we want everyone to enjoy their holidays and keep our roads safe for all of our community members so everyone can get to their destinations in one piece. We will be increasing our patrols this holiday season, don’t take the unnecessary risk.
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NEWS RELEASE- MOST WANTED FOR THE WEEK OF 11/22/2024
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EL PASO, TEXAS – I've attached the Most Wanted Fugitives for the Week of November 22, 2024, submitted by the EPPD & EPCSO and distributed by Crime Stoppers of El Paso. As always, please verify warrants before executing and notify us if a subject has been arrested. If you have a fugitive that you have yet to be successful in locating and would like to feature them on the Most Wanted, please submit the information to pdcrimestoppers@elpasotexas.gov. To access the Most Wanted page on the Crime Stoppers Website, please use the link: http://www.crimestoppersofelpaso.org/sitemenu.aspx?P=wanteds&ID=235.      
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Approved By Crime Stoppers of El Paso ✅ : 11/22/2024
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NEWS RELEASE - MONTANA VISTA TURKEY DRIVE 2024
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EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 21, 2024, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Montana Patrol Station Criminal Investigation and Targeted Response Unit (CITRU), in collaboration with Mrs. Tina Silva and Mrs. Alejandra Fierro, hosted a Turkey drive for the community of Montana Vista. The event took place at the 14600 block of Shelly Ln in El Paso County, Texas. More than 215 families were provided a turkey and a supplemental food box during the event. The project was intended to ensure families have the opportunity to celebrate the upcoming Thanksgiving Day and alleviate some of the needs our community members are facing during this holiday season. This fantastic initiative was possible due to the kindness, donations, volunteer work, and unified efforts of the following community leaders and representatives: Mrs. Tina Silva and Mrs. Alejandra Fierro, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Montana Patrol Station- CITRU, El Paso County Sheriff's Officers Association, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Community Services Division, State Representative Mary Gonzalez, District Judge Patricio Garcia, District Judge Carlos Carrasco, District Judge Ruben Morales, Justice of the Peace 6-2 Judge Nina Serna, Flower Baking Company of El Paso, Walmart Neighborhood Market Socorro- #5960, and El Paso County Public Works.
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NEWS RELEASE-- SHATTERED DREAMS PRESENTATION AT IRVIN HIGH SCHOOL
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EL PASO, TEXAS - On November 19, 2024, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office participated in a DWI presentation at Irvin High School called Shattered Dreams. Law enforcement officials, first responders, and various agencies collaborated to orchestrate a DWI crash simulation. This educational program, facilitated by BorderRAC, seeks to enlighten high school students on the repercussions of driving under the influence of alcohol. The primary participants in the event were students. The incident commenced with a 911 call being placed from the site of the occurrence. Subsequently, emergency responders were dispatched with lights and sirens activated. A medical helicopter arrived to transport the injured individuals. The Medical Examiner took the deceased body. Following this, the driver was apprehended by Sheriff's Deputies. She was escorted to the Downtown Detention Facility to confer with the magistrate. Then, she underwent the booking process, which included fingerprinting, inventorying of her belongings, and capturing her mug shot. Subsequently, she underwent an X-ray examination in order to prevent the presence of any prohibited items within a highly secure facility. Following this, she was provided with the appropriate custody uniform corresponding to her classification. Subsequently, she was securely placed in a designated cell. The Students then all rallied back to the high school.
https://epsheriff.smugmug.com/2024-Files-/Shattered-Dreams-Presentation-Irvin-High-School/i-C2f32m6/A
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NEWS RELEASE- Career day at Hellen Ball Elementary
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EL PASO, TEXAS – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Detention Officers from the Jail Annex participated in Career Day at Hellen Ball Elementary School. They demonstrated a typical day in the life of a detention officer. The Paws Officers also shared information about their community role and Cadet Kalony from the Animal Rescue League. Together, they provided information to 120 students ranging from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th grade.
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MENTORING OUR FUTURE PROGRAM- LUNCH WITH COPS EVENT AT MOUNTAIN VIEW HIGH SCHOOL.
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EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 15, 2024, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Montana Patrol Station (MPS), in collaboration with the Major Crimes Unit (MCU) and the Special Victims Unit (SVU), held a Lunch with Cops event as part of the "Mentoring Our Future Program. During the event, sergeants, and detectives from the MCU and SVU delivered presentations to students about the units' roles and responsibilities within the Sheriff's Office. The detectives explained investigative procedures related to severe crimes, covering topics such as forensic interviews, search warrants, autopsies, and court procedures. The sergeants and detectives from the MCU and SVU also provided guidance, answered questions, shared stories, and fostered a welcoming environment for students interested in law enforcement. Additionally, the MCU and SVU units generously supplied pizzas, drinks, and snacks for attendees. This relationship-building program is designed to strengthen community partnerships, enhance youth outreach, and provide guidance and support to future law enforcement professionals.
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NEWS RELEASE- Motor Vehicle Accident at Gateway West and Timothy Dr.
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EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 17, 2024, at approximately 5:20 PM, the El Paso County Sheriff's Office responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a car and a semi-truck at Gateway West Boulevard and Timothy Drive. Following the incident, one person was taken to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. The intersection at Timothy Drive will remain closed for about two hours. No further information is available at this time.
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NEWS RELEASE- Motor Vehicle Accident on the 14100 block of North Loop.
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Deputies from the El Paso County Sheriff's Office responded to a motor vehicle accident involving a vehicle and a tractor in the 14100 block of North Loop on Saturday, November 16, at around 9:00 AM. No injuries were reported. The 14100 block of North Loop will be closed in both east and west directions for approximately two hours.
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NEWS RELEASE- MOST WANTED FOR THE WEEK OF 11/15/2024
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., distributes fugitives wanted by the El Paso Police Department and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office every week through the Most Wanted feature. The attached fugitives are individuals, where attempts in locating them for one reason or another have been unsuccessful. The agencies submit these fugitives to Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., which distributes them to the news media and offers the use of the Crime Stoppers hotline for information regarding the whereabouts of these fugitives. Anyone with information on the location of any of these fugitives should call Crime Stoppers of El Paso immediately at (915) 566-8477 (TIPS), or submit the information on-line at www.crimestoppersofelpaso.org. You will remain anonymous, and if your tip leads to an arrest, you can qualify for a cash reward. Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.
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NEWS RELEASE- Burglary of Coin Operating Machine
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EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 10, 2024, at 0653 hours, Deputies from the Deputy Peter J. Herrera Patrol Station were dispatched to 13178 Alameda Ave (Clint Laundromat) in El Paso County, TX, in reference to a burglary in progress. Deputies arrived and located a vehicle in the area matching the description provided and detained 37-year-old Claudia Cardenas and 29-year-old Lorraine Allen. Deputies located 29-year-old Jesus Vargas, who was on foot attempting to conceal himself nearby. Vargas was found to have an outstanding criminal warrant for Poss CS PG 1/1-B <1G. Surveillance footage revealed that all three subjects were involved in burglarizing a coin machine at the business. A burglary tool and several coins were located inside the vehicle. All three subjects were subsequently taken into custody and booked into the El Paso County Detention Facility without incident with the following charges: Claudia Cardenas: Burglary of Coin Operating Machine & Fail to Identify Giving False/Fictitious Info. Lorraine Allen: Burglary of Coin Operating Machine. Jesus Vargas: Burglary of Coin Operating Machine & Poss CS PG 1/1-B <1G.
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NEWS RELEASE- OPERATION “SAFE TREATS” TRUNK OR TREAT COMMUNITY EVENT
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Deputies from the Peter J. Herrera Patrol Station along with Constable Precinct 6 hosted their annual free Halloween community event located at 190 San Elizario Rd. This year we were able to deliver an interactive free event in which several community members, businesses and organizations participated in decorating their trunks and had interactive activites and prizes for the children in attendance. Food and drinks were also passed out while families enjoyed the festivities. Deputies took advantage and interacted with the children and their families as they passed out candy, children fingerprint identification kits, fentanyl information packets, played games and reminded them of practicing safe habbits and being on the lookout for potential adulterated candy during the Halloween season.
https://epsheriff.smugmug.com/2024-Files-/OPERATIONSAFETREATSTRUNKORTREAT2024
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NEWS RELEASE- MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT- ROJAS and EASTLAKE
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UPDATE –
EL PASO TEXAS - Upon the arrival of the unit, Rick Ballard, a 29-year-old male subject, was found dead on the scene; Dalia Olivas, a 28-year-old female, was transported to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries. The offender will be arrested for two counts of intoxication and manslaughter upon release from the hospital.
EL PASO, TEXAS – On November 2,2024, at 2337 Hours, East Montana Patrol Deputies were dispatched to the intersection of Rojas and Eastlake regarding an accident involving two vehicles. Upon arrival, the Deputies, along with first responders, found 3 subjects with serious injuries. The investigation is ongoing, and the area has been secured. Special Traffic Investigators were requested. The intersection will be closed until further notice. At this time, we have an estimated closure time of at least 6 hours. There is no additional information available at this time.
