Case #2024000124 Aggravated DWI, Negligent Use of a Firearm, Speeding

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Deputy Assigned: M. Ward

Commander Entering: Sgt. B. Lattin

Location: US 84/285 Mile Marker 179, Santa Fe

Arrested: Justin Montoya, 25 YOA male, Espanola

Deputies responded to assist Pojoaque Police on a traffic stop with a non-native American male. The male was stopped for traveling 130 mph in a 65 mph zone. Deputies contacted the driver and observed signs of impairment. The driver was arrested and booked into the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Facility accordingly.


Case #2024000116 Unattended Death

Deputy Assigned: D. Moore

Commander Entering: Sgt. B. Lattin

Location: Camino Vista Grande, Santa Fe

Deceased:  64 YOA male, Santa Fe

Deputies responded to a call of a male not conscious and not breathing. Deputies and medics arrived on scene and attempted lifesaving measures, but were unsuccessful. The Office of the Medical Investigator (OMI) was contacted. OMI arrived on scene and took over the investigation. No signs of foul play were observed.


2023000111 / Unlawful taking of a motor vehicle / 01-06-2024

Deputy assigned: M. Sanchez

Commander entering: Cpl. J.War

Location: Camino Vista Aurora, Santa Fe, NM

Victim: 35 YOM

Stolen: 2005 white Subaru Outback with tinted windows, bearing NM-RMB646

Victim reported unknown suspect(s) stole his vehicle sometime during the evening hours from 01-05-24 into early morning hours of 01-06-2024. Victim is unsure how vehicle was stolen. Case is under investigation. Vehicle has been entered into NCIC as stolen. 


Case #2024000107 / AGG DUI, Open Container, Careless Driving, 1/5/2024

Deputy Assigned: C. Lattin

Commander Entering: Cpl. A. Hancock

Location: NM 4 & NM 502

Arrested: Henry Redwine (53 YO)

Deputies were dispatched to the location in reference to a single vehicle crash. Investigation revealed the suspect purchased a bottle of vodka then drove until he crashed into a median. Suspect showed signs of impairment, and refused to submit to SFST's or a breath test. Suspect was transported and booked accordingly. 


Case #2024000087 Driving While License Revoked 01/05/2024

Deputy Assigned: A. Gallardo

Commander Entering: Sgt. V. Baca

Location: U.S. 84/285 Mile 186

Arrested: Joseph Romero (50 YOM)

Deputy performed a license plate inquiry while vehicle was in motion.  Registered owner was identified and found to have a revoked license with the arrest clause.  Deputy conducted a traffic stop and confirmed the registered owner was indeed operating the vehicle.  The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Facility without incident.


Case#2024000081/Unattended Death/1-5-24

Handling Deputy: Cpl. D. Martinez

Entering Commander: Corporal D. Martinez

Address: Chocolate Flower Circle, Santa Fe County

Victim: 80 YOM

Deputies were dispatched to a male who collapsed and stopped breathing. Santa Fe County Fire and EMS arrived and despite their best efforts, could not revive the victim. The victim suffered from Congestive Heart Failure, among other medical conditions. Foul play is not suspected. OMI and staff with Rivera's Funeral Home later arrived and recovered the body. 


Case#2024000071/Robbery-Kidnapping-Burglary/1-4-2024

Assigned Deputy: Cpl. D. Martinez

Entering Commander: Corporal D. Martinez

Address: Sunlight View, Santa Fe County

Victim: 66 YOM

On Wednesday January 3, 2024 between approximately 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm, two unknown suspects entered the victim’s residence, tied him up, and placed a blanket over his head. The suspects then stole items from his residence which included a .308 Savage Arms rifle. The victim was found today (January 4, 2024) by his neighbor who then contacted the Sheriff's Office. The victim was evaluated by ambulance personnel for non-life-threatening injuries.


2024000064/2024000065/ Warrant Arrest/01/04/2024

Deputy Assigned: J. Vigil

Commander Entering: Cpl. S. Talamante

Location: 1800-BLK of Esplendor St, Santa Fe NM

Arrested: I. Griego-Vigil 34YOM

Subject was arrested at the above location on active warrants for residential burglary, receiving stolen property, receiving and transferring a stolen vehicle, and an arrest order from Probation and Parole. Subject was transported and booked into Santa Fe ADC.


Case#2024000045/Warrant Service/1-3-23

Handling Deputy: X. Boling

Entering Commander: Corporal D. Martinez

Address: NM-76/Evergreen Drive

Arrestee: Charles Powers, 40YOM

Deputy Boling conducted a traffic on a vehicle at the above intersection. Upon contact with the driver, Mr. Powers, it was discovered that there was a warrant for his arrest. The warrant is for failing to appear on original charges of Battery, Criminal Damage to Property, Resisting/Evading or Obstructing an Officer. Mr. Powers was arrested without incident and transported to the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center for incarceration. 


Case#2024000046/Unattended Death/1-3-23

Handling Deputy: A. Gallardo

Entering Commander: Corporal D. Martinez

Address: Thanpi Tside Poe, Santa Fe County

Decedent: 96 YOF

Deputies were dispatched to a person found not conscious and not breathing. Upon arrival, personnel with Santa Fe County Fire/Ambulance began life saving procedures. Despite their best effort however, the victim could not be revived. Foul play is not suspected. Next of Kin was notified.