From Helicopters to Horses: Southern New Mexico’s Public Safety Agencies Put Their Resources, and Personnel, on Display

From helicopters and ladder trucks to motorcycles, patrol vehicles, horses and canines, public safety agencies across Doña Ana County have been giving residents an up-close look at the people and equipment behind emergency response.

Recent community gatherings in Las Cruces and Sunland Park have brought officers, deputies and firefighters together with residents in settings far removed from emergency calls. Meanwhile, new equipment deliveries to the Las Cruces Police Department have highlighted investments in specialized response capabilities.

Together, the events and announcements offer a broader look at the resources available to area first responders—and the people who put them to work.…

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