Las Cruces Trafficking Organization, Drug Trafficking, New Mexico 2024
Las Cruces Trafficking Organization Indicted, Charged with Drug Trafficking
The Las Cruces Trafficking Organization was dealt a major blow with the recent disruption of a major drug trafficking operation. On March 12th, federal agents and Las Cruces police executed a search warrant at the Desert Lodge Motel on West Picacho Avenue, seizing fentanyl, methamphetamine, and a firearm.
According to the search warrant affidavit, the FBI and the Las Cruces/Dona Ana County Metro Narcotics Agency had been investigating the distribution of methamphetamine out of the Desert Lodge Motel since February and March of 2024. Agents orchestrated controlled buys at the motel, leading to the execution of the search warrant.
As a result of the operation, six individuals were arrested on state charges. The Las Cruces Resident Agency of the FBI Albuquerque Field Office investigated this case in collaboration with the Las Cruces Police Department, with Assistant U.S. Attorney Maria Armijo assisting with the investigation.
U.S. Attorney Alexander M.M. Uballez commended the strong partnerships between local, state, and federal agencies, stating, “We stand with our local partners to confront drug trafficking at every level. Through strong partnerships and close collaboration, we will bring justice and peace to our streets.”
FBI Special Agent in Charge Raul Bujanda added, “Collaborative law enforcement efforts will continue to identify and disrupt drug trafficking organizations bringing violence to our streets. Investigations like this prove the essential value of strong law enforcement partnerships and working together to meet a common goal.”
LCPD Chief Jeremy Story emphasized the importance of the operation, stating, “This operation is a visible reminder of the amazing work that is being done between local, state, and federal agencies every day to address the violence and crime in our communities. These efforts make a difference in our city, and we will continue to work together to make Las Cruces and New Mexico safer.”
The case is ongoing, with no further information available at this time.
About the Defendant:
There is no defendant name available in the source.
Key Facts
- State: New Mexico
- Category: Drug Trafficking
- Source: DOJ Press Release â†â€â€
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