Create And Track Police Department History
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In January 2018, Deputy Cole Knight arrested 74-year-old Albert Carrillo during a traffic stop in Belen, New Mexico. Carrillo alleged that Knight falsely arrested him in retaliation for a comment comparing the deputy’s training to that of the Gestapo. The arrest led to a civil rights lawsuit filed by Carrillo, claiming false arrest and violation […]
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Former Sheriff Heath White was charged in May 2019 with embezzlement and fraud, accused of stealing over $20,000 from the Sheriff’s Office by keeping equipment after leaving office and using public funds for personal purchases, including guns and car parts. In June 2021, the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy Board revoked his law enforcement certification. […]
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In May 2020, Undersheriff Steve Miera led the Taos County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations team in assisting the Española Police Department during the execution of a search warrant at the Rio Arriba County Sheriff’s Office. The operation involved forcibly entering the office, discharging firearms, and causing property damage estimated at around $10,000. Deputies present during […]
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Chris Pino is listed on the Brady List for the Socorro County Sheriff’s Office, indicating documented issues of police misconduct. Specific details regarding the nature of the misconduct, incidents, dates, disciplinary actions, or outcomes are not publicly disclosed.” ## Officer Forum Links: – [Chris Pino](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/chris-pino/)
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Gilbert Gonzales is listed on the Brady List for the Socorro County Sheriff’s Office, indicating documented issues of police misconduct. Specific details regarding the nature of the misconduct, incidents, dates, disciplinary actions, or outcomes are not publicly disclosed.” ## Officer Forum Links: – [Gilbert Gonzales](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/gilbert-gonzales/)
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Shawn Baca is listed on the Brady List for the Socorro County Sheriff’s Office, indicating documented issues of police misconduct. Specific details regarding the nature of the misconduct, incidents, dates, disciplinary actions, or outcomes are not publicly disclosed.” ## Officer Forum Links: – [Shawn Baca](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/shawn-baca/)
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In June 2021, Lieutenant Richard Lopez was involved in a fatal incident where deputies responded to reports of individuals shooting at an abandoned trailer in Veguita. During the encounter, shots were fired, leading to an explosion that killed 29-year-old Max Jaramillo. A wrongful death lawsuit filed in June 2023 alleges that Lieutenant Lopez and another […]
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Deputy Sheriff Carlos Valenzuela was involved in the June 2021 incident in Veguita, where deputies responded to reports of individuals shooting at an abandoned trailer. During the encounter, shots were fired, leading to an explosion that killed 29-year-old Max Jaramillo. A wrongful death lawsuit filed in June 2023 alleges that Deputy Valenzuela and Lieutenant Richard […]
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In 2024, Officer Erica Baker filed a lawsuit against the City of Truth or Consequences, alleging wrongful termination and gender discrimination. The lawsuit claimed that Baker was fired after reporting misconduct by a fellow officer. The city settled the case by paying Baker $200,000, acknowledging potential issues within the department’s handling of internal complaints. ## […]
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Officer Joshua Corley was charged in 2015 with smuggling contraband, criminal sexual penetration, criminal sexual contact, and indecent exposure. These charges were linked to allegations of inappropriate conduct with inmates at the Sierra County Detention Facility. Corley pleaded guilty, reflecting significant breaches of conduct within the facility. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Joshua Corley](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/joshua-corley/)
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In 2015, Officer Miguel Herrera faced charges including two counts of criminal sexual penetration. These charges were related to allegations of sexual misconduct with inmates at the Sierra County Detention Facility. Herrera pleaded no contest to two counts and guilty to two similar counts, underscoring serious misconduct within the department. ## Officer Forum Links: – […]
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Lieutenant Virgil Easton was charged with two felony counts of criminal sexual penetration and five counts of battery in 2015. These charges stemmed from allegations of sexual misconduct involving inmates at the Sierra County Detention Facility. Easton pleaded guilty in September 2016, highlighting systemic issues within the facility. ## Officer Forum Links: – [Virgil Easton](https://watchaudits.com/forums/topic/virgil-easton/)
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In 2015, Officer Leonard Stufflebean arrested Michael Faziani for failing to report minor accidents, leading to an 18-day detention without a magistrate hearing. During this period, Faziani was denied necessary medications and subjected to inhumane conditions. Allegations arose that jail guards, including Stufflebean, pilfered medications and exchanged them for sexual favors. The case resulted in […]
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In July 2022, District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies filed a complaint against Detective Patrick Ficke with the New Mexico Law Enforcement Academy board, alleging misconduct. As a result, the District Attorney’s office lost faith in Ficke’s testimony, leading to the dismissal of dozens of criminal cases he had handled since joining the sheriff’s office in 2020. […]