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APD investigating gunshots directed at home of legislative leader
Sixth Shooting possibly targeting local leaders.
APD and Community Partners Launch Working Group to Increase Recruitment in the African American Community
The Albuquerque Police Department has teamed up with local partners to create a working group that will assist the city on recruiting efforts to hire more members of the African American community.
APD Spreads Holiday Cheer
The Albuquerque Police Department worked with community partners across the city to collect donation items and distribute them to families.
APD makes 102 arrests in warrant operation
APD officers made 102 arrests during a department-wide warrant operation last week.
APD Releases Details of Recent Officer-Involved Shooting in Downtown Albuquerque
The Albuquerque Police Department released details today of an officer-involved shooting in Downtown Albuquerque.
APD Releases Details of Recent Officer-Involved Shooting in Southwest Albuquerque
The Albuquerque Police Department released details today of an officer-involved shooting in Southwest Albuquerque.
APD’s Organized Crime Unit Arrests Two with Alleged Ties to Fraud Ring
Half a million dollars skimmed from ATM machines
APD’s Gun Violence Street Team Arrests Convicted Felon on Gun and Narcotics Charges
Detectives with APD’s Gun Violence Street Team have arrested Erik Merz, 53, on gun and narcotics charges.
APD Releases End of Year Traffic Unit Data
82% Increase in Traffic Citations, 29% Decrease in Fatal Crashes
APD Arrests 73 Individuals During Warrant Roundup
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Field Services Bureau conducted a warrant roundup from December 3rd through the 9th which resulted in the arrests of 73 offenders.
Auto Theft Unit, Intel and Air Support Make 3 Overnight Arrests
Multiple units within the Albuquerque Police Department worked ab overnight operation resulting in three auto theft arrests.
Holiday Operations at Uptown and Cottonwood Result in Arrests and Recovered Stolen Merchandise
Since Black Friday, Officers from the Northwest and Northeast Area Commands have worked in conjunction with the Organized Crime Unit on multiple holiday operations to combat retail crime across the city.
