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APD provides update on fatal crash
APD’s Motor Unit responded to a fatal crash involving a pedestrian around 10p.m. on September 22 on Eastbound I-25 just west of Carlisle.
Update to Homicide Investigation
Preliminary investigation of a fatal shooting this morning suggests an armed man who was attempting to rob a Subway restaurant was killed by an employee.
Mayor Keller, Chief Medina Respond to News about DOJ Reform Process
Mayor Tim Keller and APD Chief Harold Medina responded to today’s announcement by U.S. Attorney General Merrick B. Garland about improving the way the government monitors the reform efforts at police agencies.
APD Arrests 6 Drunk Drivers at Sobriety Checkpoint
APD’s DWI Unit arrested six drunk drivers during a sobriety checkpoint this weekend.
APD Arrests Repeat Shoplifter During Home Depot Blitz
Detectives with APD’s Organized Crime Unit worked with Northwest Proactive Response Team officers to arrest repeat offender Michael Johnston on Friday during a 2-day blitz at Home Depot locations in the city.
APD investigating fatal crash involving a motorcycle
The Albuquerque Police Department’s Motor Unit was called out to Lomas and Louisiana late in the evening on September 5, for a fatal crash.
APD Tracks Stolen Vehicle During Downtown Operation, Locates 100 stolen items
APD auto theft detectives working an anti-crime operation in Downtown Albuquerque tracked an occupied stolen vehicle on Saturday as occupants stole more than 100 items from stores across the city.
APD Arrests Drunk Driver who reached speeds of 140 mph on city streets
APD’s Traffic Division partnered with the New Mexico State Police to target illegal street racing, speeding, careless and reckless driving.
APD provides update on shooting investigation outside Christ Lutheran School
On September 2, 2021 shortly before 12:30p.m. Northeast field officers were dispatched to a shooting call located outside the Christ Lutheran School at 7701 Candelaria Road N.E.
Officer Mario Verbeck released from hospital today to continue his recovery
Suspect Released from Hospital Wednesday, Booked into Jail
Operation Turn the Tide: APD Arrests Homicide Suspect
The Albuquerque Police Department today arrested homicide suspect Richard Young as part of Operation Turn the Tide. He was arrested in a stolen vehicle.
APD increases incentives for police officers and service aides with new hiring bonuses
The Albuquerque Police Department is offering competitive hiring bonuses to recruit experienced officers and police service aids.
