News Worth Knowing

2,000-plus Citations Issued during ‘100 Days and Nights’ Campaign - Thursday, October 02, 2008
Officers from the Las Cruces Police Department issued 2,265 citations during the New Mexico Department of Transportation’s “100 Days and Nights of Summer” campaign. (full story)

Officer Injured in Wednesday Traffic Accident - Wednesday, October 01, 2008
A Las Cruces Police officer was transported to a local hospital today with non-life threatening injuries after a noon-time crash. (full story)

Drive-by Shooting Suspects Arrested - Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Las Cruces Police have arrested three men for their involvement in a Tuesday morning drive-by shooting on Idaho Ave., the second such shooting at the same residence in as many days. (full story)

Crime Stoppers Targets Friday’s Homicide - Monday, September 29, 2008
Las Cruces Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of $2,000 for information that leads to the arrest of the person or persons involved in Friday’s shooting that led to the death of 16-year-old Bobby Zertuche. (full story)

Mission Statement

The mission of the Las Cruces Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in our city by working in partnership with the community. We will do this by upholding constitutional rights, enforcing the law, preserving the peace, reducing fear and providing a safe environment.

Vision

Setting standards of excellence in law enforcement through integrity, innovation and training.

Philosophy

Community Policing is the key component of a partnership we build with our citizens. We strive to provide service with respect, integrity and dedication.

Goals

• Reduce crime and fear of crime
• Improve quality of life
• Establish and improve community partnerships
• Develop and encourage personnel
• Use technology effectively
• Continuously improve services