EL PASO, Texas ( KTSM )—The Las Cruces Police Department (LCPD) and other law enforcement agencies have made over 300 arrests and 1,200 citations during Operation “Not in Vain,” a crime reduction project.
According to LCPD, the operation is a three-month crime reduction project that targets violent and property crimes, persons with outstanding warrants, repeat offenders, traffic enforcement, and quality-of-life crimes.
The project was made in memory of fallen LCPD Officer Jonah Hernandez, an El Paso native, who died in the line of duty on Feb. 11. Hernandez served two years with LCPD.
LCPD conducts months-long reduction operation in memory of fallen officer
“The success of this operation underscores the importance of collaboration among state, local, and federal law enforcement agencies,” Chief of the Las Cruces Police Department Jeremy Story said. “By combining resources and expertise, we have positively impacted the safety of our community.
“While this is an important step forward, we recognize there is still much work to be done. Together with our partners, we remain committed to pressing on and addressing the challenges ahead and ensuring justice and safety for all Las Cruces.”