June 2008 - Posts - Sheriffs News

Crime Stoppers Arson case solved / Arrest made:10 year-old boy

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar - Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Sunday, June 29, 2008 11:30 AM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (CID) / Crime Stoppers of El Paso

WHAT: Crime stoppers Arson Case solved / Arrest made: 10 year-old boy

**WHERE: 500 Talbot Canutillo, TX (Gas Light Square-Mobile Home & RV Park)**

WHEN: earlier this month-Sunday, June 8th, 2008

WHY: Arrest Made

Earlier this month, Sunday, June 8th, 2008 at 3:45 PM, Sheriff Deputies responded to an Arson call at 500 Talbot, Canutillo, TX at the Gaslight Square mobile home parking lot. Sheriff's Detectives and the El Paso Fire Department Fire Marshalls arrived to investigate the suspicious fire. It was determined by investigators the fire was set intentionally and was labeled as an Arson. In total, 2 RV’s and 1 Pick-up truck were damaged and the total loss amounts to more that $15,000 dollars.

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office in coordination with Crime stoppers of El Paso were set to release this case as the "Crime of the Week" for the weekend of June 27-29, 2008-asking the public for their assistance in providing additional information to help solve this crime.

On 06-25-08, Sheriff’s Detectives received a tip leading investigators to a residence at 850 Talbot Rd(Transmountain Village)-located next to Gas Light Square mobile home & RV Park. After a brief investigation, Sheriff's Detectives determined that a 10 year-old resident of the park was in fact responsible for the unsolved Arson fire. On 06-27-08, Sheriff's Detectives took the 10 year-old boy into custody for Arson. The 10 year-old admitted to Sheriff's Detectives he used a propane torch to set ablaze the fire. The 10 year-old was taken to the Texas Juvenile Probation Department for processing. He was released to his mother a short-time later.

This case has been SOLVED / CLEARED BY ARREST & will be forwarded to the County Attorney`s Office for final review and disposition.

(PHOTOS COURTESY EPSO)

Posted 29 June 2008 11:30 AM by jtovar

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Upper Valley Deputies arrest 2 in separate incidents

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Thursday, June 26, 2008 3:20 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Upper Valley Patrol)

WHAT: Deputies arrest 2 in separate incidents

WHERE: Canutillo, Texas

WHEN: Wednesday, June 25, 2008

WHY: Arrests Made

INFORMATION:

Arrest #1

Wednesday night 06-25-08 at 7:21 PM Sheriff Deputies were called out to a residence at the 1300 block of Camelia, Canutillo, TX in reference to a family violence call. Apparently the female caller told dispatchers that her 20 year-old son was being very violent, out of control and damaging the interior of the home. Deputies arrived moments later and located the 20 year-old in the rear portion of the residence. Deputies quickly took him into custody. The mother / victim told Deputies she saw her son damage several walls inside the residence. The mother estimated the damage to the home to be over $1,000. While conducting a wanted persons check on the 20 year-old, it was discovered he had an outstanding criminal warrant for Assault Causing Bodily Injury / FAMILY VIOLENCE with a $10,000 Bond.

The subject was arrested & charged with Criminal Mischief over $500 under $1,500 & the outstanding warrant. He was identified as Isidro Melendez (20) of the 1300 block of Camelia in Canutillo, TX. He remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility.

Isidro Melendez (20)

Charges:

Criminal Mischief over $500 under $1,500 - $4,500 Bond
Assault Causing Bodily Injury / FAMILY VIOLENCE (warrant) - $10,000 Bond.

Arrest #2

A short time after the first incident, at about 9:05 PM, Deputies were patrolling the area of the 7440 block of Doniphan in El Paso County TX when they observed a female flagging down vehicles for a ride. Deputies then conducted a welfare check with the subject. Upon making contact with the female subject she asked Deputies for a ride. Deputies asked her for identification but she claimed not to have one. The female subject was acting suspicious & gave authorities a name & date of birth. Deputies received a return on that identity as having an outstanding SO criminal warrant. The female subject then changed her story and information giving Deputies her real name. Deputies ran a wanted persons check on the 2nd name and received a return from dispatchers as her having 3 EPPD outstanding warrants for 1.) Fail to Identify 2.) Escape from custody 3.) Theft over $50 under $500.

Deputies took her into custody and arrested her for the outstanding criminal warrants & added an additional charge of Failure to Identify-Fugitive from Justice

The female was identified as Marilyn Marie Mendez (39) of the 800 block of Gato Rd. in Canutillo, TX. She remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility.

Marilyn Marie Mendez (39)

Charges:

Failure to Identify-Fugitive from Justice -$750.00 Bond
Fail to Identify (warrant)-$750 Bond
Escape from custody (warrant)- $1,500 Bond
Theft over $50 under $500 (warrant)- $500 Bond

Posted 26 June 2008 03:20 PM by jtovar

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Man arrested after high-speed chase

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Wednesday, June 25, 2008 2:00 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Lower Valley Patrol)

WHAT: Man arrested after high speed chase

WHERE: Fabens, Clint, Horizon, El Paso County, Texas

WHEN: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at approximately 7:22 PM

WHY: Arrest Made

INFORMATION:

On Tuesday evening, 06-24-08 at 7:22 PM Sheriff Deputies were patrolling the area of Fabens, TX when they spotted a black 2004 GMC Yukon driving recklessly. Deputies tried to stop the reckless driver after observing the black Yukon nearly colliding with other motorists. Deputies suspected the driver might be highly intoxicated. The driver refused to stop and attempted to elude authorities. Sheriff's Deputies pursued the black Yukon for several miles until they lost visual of the pick-up truck in a desert area near Horizon. After searching surrounding areas, Deputies located the black GMC Yukon which was stuck in the desert sand. Several moments later, concerned citizens called to report a “suspicious subject” walking around the neighborhood. The subject fit the description of the driver, and was apprehended by Deputies who were also able to positively identify the subject (place him behind the wheel) as the driver of the GMC Yukon involved in the pursuit.

No injuries were reported as a result of the pursuit.

The driver was arrested and charged with Evading Arrest Detention w/ vehicle & Driving While Intoxicated. He was identified as Anthony Ordaz (27) of the 900 block of Warwick.

He remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility.

Anthony Ordaz (27)

Charges:

Evading Arrest Detention w/ vehicle- $1,500 Bond
Driving While Intoxicated- $1,000 Bond

Posted 25 June 2008 02:00 PM by jtovar

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DWI Enforcement for Independence Day Holiday

INDEPENDENCE DAY HOLIDAY

2008

DWI ENFORCEMENT

NEWS RELEASE June 25th, 2008 1:25 PM

The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and the El Paso Police Department working with the Texas Department of Transportation Education & Enforcement will be utilizing a GRANT for additional patrols for traffic enforcement. The purpose of this program is aimed at getting speeding & impaired drivers off the roadways. Extra Deputies & Police Officers will be out on the streets during the Independence Day Holiday period. The push is to deter drunk driving. The enforcement program begins Friday, June 27th, 2008 through Sunday, July 6th, 2008.

Statistics from the Texas Department of Transportation indicate Texas leads the nation when it comes to the number of traffic fatalities where the driver or motorcycle operator was legally drunk. Last year 1,677 people died in alcohol-related crashes in Texas.

Penalties for a first-time DWI offense include :

Up to $2,000 fine
72 hours to 6 months in Jail
Driver’s license suspension for up to one year
$1,000 annual fee for 3 consecutive years to retain drivers license

“Zero tolerance means exactly that. We expect the motoring public to be extra mindful of all traffic laws. Our concern is in a split second a driver is facing a life-altering decision with grave consequences. Our advice is simple: designate a sober driver in advance or call a cab to get home safely. We want everyone to have a safe & pleasant Independence Day Holiday," said Sheriff Jimmy Apodaca, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.

“The El Paso Police Department wants everyone to have a safe and enjoyable Independence Day holiday. To keep our streets safe, we will increase our DWI enforcement and have another “Blood Draw” operation for drivers refusing to give a breath sample, said Chief Gregory Allen, El Paso Police Department.

We will also be focusing on other law enforcement issues:

Possession of Alcohol by a Minor
Purchase of Alcohol by a Minor
Attempt to Purchase Alcohol by a Minor
Consumption of Alcohol by a Minor
Misrepresentation of Age by a Minor
Driving Under Influence of Alcohol by a Minor
Sale to a Minor
Purchase of Alcohol for a Minor
Furnishing Alcohol to a Minor

Our Agencies will patrol and arrest / ticket drivers who ignore traffic laws. We continue to enforce the zero tolerance on seat belt/child safety seat use and drinking and driving. We will also focus on aggressive driving, and those who fail to obey the speed limit.

EPSO / EPPD DWI ENFORCEMENT 2008

Posted 25 June 2008 01:25 PM by jtovar

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Deputies work 2 accidents-same location-minutes apart as Explorers witness 2nd accident

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 4:15 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office

WHAT: 2 accidents - same location -minutes apart

WHERE: Loop 375 Mile Post 34 (north & southbound lanes) El Paso County, Texas

WHEN: Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at approximately 1:15 PM & 1:45 PM

WHY: Accidents under investigation

Information:

Accident #1

On Tuesday, 06-24-08 at 1:15 PM Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to the area of Loop 375 Mile Post 34 in reference to a single vehicle roll-over with possible injuries. Deputies arrived moments later and began working the accident. Deputies determined that a gold 2001 Chevrolet Blazer driven by a 38 year-old female driver was traveling southbound on Loop 375. The Chevrolet Blazer swerved right to avoid colliding with another vehicle then swerved left driving into the median and overcorrected right driving across the main travel southbound lanes losing control of the truck. The Blazer rolled on its side and stopped facing north in the desert area just next to the southbound lanes of Loop 375.

There were 2 occupants in the Chevrolet Blazer. It was driven by 38 year-old Rebecca De Leon Fernandez (38) of the 10000 block of Kenworthy, El Paso, TX. She was accompanied by her 13 year-old son who was sitting in the front passenger seat (he will not be identified because of his age). Both were wearing seatbelts and did not suffer serious bodily injuries. they were transported by Ambulance to a local hospital for further evaluation. This accident is still under investigation. About 200 yards of a southbound lane of traffic was closed for about an hour.

Accident #2

On Tuesday, 06-24-08 at 1:45 PM while Sheriff Deputies were working an accident on Loop 375 Mile Post 34 (just right of the southbound lanes). Deputies witnessed a second accident take place on the northbound lanes. A gold 1995 Toyota Camry driven by a 20 year-old female driver was traveling northbound approaching Loop 375 MM 34. The driver of the Camry suddenly slowed down due to the accident on the southbound lanes when she was struck from behind by a 2008 GMC Sierra pick-up truck. The truck was driven by a 30 year-old male traveling directly behind the Camry. The impact caused the driver of the Camry to drive into the median and across the southbound lanes & into the desert area about 50 yards from where the 1st vehicle rollover accident was located. Southbound traffic stopped just avoiding colliding head-on into the Camry. No injuries were suffered in this 2nd accident. Deputies continue the accident investigation.

Sheriff's Office Crime Prevention Section /Sheriff's Office Explorers witness accident

As Deputies were working the 1st accident rollover. The El Paso County Crime Prevention Section was hosting a course for Sheriff's Office Explorers relating to traffic accidents. This course shows students how to work a traffic accidents & teaches them about accident measurements & scene safety. The Sheriff's Office Explorers were then transported to the site of the roll-over accident to get a 1st hand look at an accident scene. After the occupants were transported to the hospital and the accident site was deemed safe. The Sheriff's Office Explorers accompanied by Deputies in the Crime Prevention section were observing how an accident is handled when suddenly they witnessed a 2nd accident take place. At no time were any Sheriff's Deputies or Sheriff's Office Explorers in harms way. Right now, the Crime Prevention Section along with Sheriff's Office Explorers are getting ready to attend the 2008 National Law Enforcement Explorer Conference (NLEEC) being held at Colorado State university, Ft. Collins, Colorado in late July 2008. For more information on the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Explorer Program contact (915) 921-5150.

Posted 24 June 2008 04:15 PM by jtovar

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Local man married to 2 women arrested for BIGAMY by Sheriff Deputies

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Monday, June 24, 2008 9:00 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office

WHAT: Local man married to 2 women arrested for Bigamy

WHERE: 700 block of El Parque, El Paso County, Texas

WHEN: Monday, June 24, 2008 at 4:52 PM

WHY: Arrest Made

INFORMATION:

On June 10, 2008, Sheriff Deputies received a complaint from a local female victim claiming that she discovered that her husband who she had not heard of in over a year was married to another local woman. The victim told Sheriff's Investigators that on or about November 2001 she met & started dating Luis Enrique Juarez. The victim claimed soon after, Juarez moved into her apartment & they formally became married in November 2004 while on vacation in Florida (Miami-Dade County, Florida). The victim stated they lived in Texas but wanted to get married while in Florida. The victim claimed the couple returned to Texas and continued to live as husband and wife until around March 2006. The victim stated they soon separated and Juarez agreed to move out of their home. The victim stated she repeatedly asked Juarez for a divorce and he would tell her that he was not paying for a divorce.

In July 2007, Juarez again contacted the victim by phone and explained that he was at the El Paso County Court House and there was no record of their marriage to each other. The victim again insisted they get a formal divorce. The victim claimed Juarez told her that since a record of their marriage was kept on file in Florida, Texas had no way of knowing he and the victim were married. The victim stated she and Juarez had not spoken since that conversation on the phone. In May 2008, the victim received credit statements which had incurred regarding her & Juarez. The victim again began searching for Juarez to contact him about credit issues and again request a divorce.

The victim hired an attorney and who was able to locate copies of 2 different marriage certificates showing Juarez currently being married to 2 local women. The 1st certificate (Florida) showed Juarez & the victim being married since November 2004 & the 2nd marriage certificate showing Juarez & his 2nd current wife being married since last August 2007. The victim filed charges against Juarez for Bigamy.

Luis Enrique Juarez (37) of the 14000 block of Tierra Bronce was arrested & charged with BIGAMY. He remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility.

Luis Enrique Juarez (37)

Charge: BIGAMY- $7,500 Bond

According to Texas Penal Code:

TITLE 6. CHAPTER 25. OFFENSES AGAINST THE FAMILY

§ 25.01. BIGAMY.

(a) An individual commits an offense if:

(1) he is legally married and he:

(A) purports to marry or does marry a person other than his spouse in this state, or any other state or foreign country, under circumstances that would, but for the actor's prior marriage, constitute a marriage; or (B) lives with a person other than his spouse in this state under the appearance of being married; or

(2) he knows that a married person other than his spouse is married and he:

(A) purports to marry or does marry that person in this state, or any other state or foreign country, under circumstances that would, but for the person's prior marriage, constitute a marriage; or (B) lives with that person in this state under the appearance of being married. (b) For purposes of this section, "under the appearance of being married" means holding out that the parties are married with cohabitation and an intent to be married by either party. (c) It is a defense to prosecution under Subsection (a)(1) that the actor reasonably believed at the time of the commission of the offense that the actor and the person whom the actor married or purported to marry or with whom the actor lived under the appearance of being married were legally eligible to be married because the actor's prior marriage was void or had been dissolved by death, divorce, or annulment. For purposes of this subsection, an actor's belief is reasonable if the belief is substantiated by a certified copy of a death certificate or other signed document issued by a court. (d) For the purposes of this section, the lawful wife or husband of the actor may testify both for or against the actor concerning proof of the original marriage.

(e) An offense under this section is a felony of the third degree

Posted 23 June 2008 09:00 PM by jtovar

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Border Star Deputies arrest 1 after finding cocaine in travel bag

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Monday, June 24, 2008 4:00 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office

WHAT: BorderStar Deputies arrest 1 for Possession of Cocaine

WHERE: 400 block of Piedras, El Paso, Texas

WHEN: Friday, June 20, 2008 at approximately 12:45 PM

WHY: Arrest Made

INFORMATION:

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office in coordination with the United States Border Patrol, the Texas Border Sheriff’s Coalition, the Coastal Bend Sheriffs Coalition and border area police departments, the State of Texas launched Operation Border Star in mid-September. This operation is a unified high intensity, multi-agency effort focused on reducing crime in targeted regions along the Texas-Mexico border. The operation will continue for a time period that will remain undisclosed for operational security purposes.

“By joining together with our local, state and federal partners, we will support the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol, and protect our communities by dominating the border,” Perry said. “While securing our international borders is ultimately the responsibility of the federal government, Texas can and will assist in that effort to maximize its effect.”- Governor Rick Perry

Over the weekend, on 06-20-08 at approximately 12:40 PM. Sheriff Deputies working Operation Border Star conducted a traffic stop on a Green 2000 Nissan Sentra at the 400 block of Piedras in El Paso, Texas. Deputies made contact with the driver an explained the reason for the traffic stop which was for failing to drive in a single lane. The driver told Deputies he was unfamiliar with the area and was also distracted by talking on his cellular phone which caused him to swerve. Deputies noticed that driver was acting very nervous and was evasive of questions asked of him. Deputies sought & obtained consent from the driver to search the vehicle. Deputies began searching the vehicle and located a partially opened blue travel bag under the front passenger seat of the vehicle. Further investigation revealed the travel bag contained several plastic bags of cocaine (approximately 400 grams).

The driver was placed under arrest and charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance >200 grams < 400 grams (Cocaine)-1st Degree Felony.

He was identified as Gerardo Garcia-Carillo (35) of the 900 block of Adams, Anthony, NM. He remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility under an $80,000 Bond.

Gerardo Garcia-Carillo (35)

Charge: Possession of a Controlled Substance >200 grams < 400 grams (Cocaine)- $80,000 Bond

Posted 23 June 2008 04:00 PM by jtovar

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Scholarships to be named after late El Paso County Sheriff Leo Samaniego & ASIS member J.R. Grijalva

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Wednesday, June 18, 2008 10:00 AM

WHO: ASIS El Paso/ Juarez Chapter

WHAT: Scholarship Luncheon

WHERE: El Paso Club in the Chase Building downtown (201 E Main Dr, El Paso, TX 79901).

WHEN: Friday, June 20, 2008 at 11:30 am

WHY: Formally announce the college scholarship program. Scholarships were recently named to honor former ASIS member J. R. Grijalva (Chief of Police, El Paso Community College) and El Paso County Sheriff Leo Samaniego.

INFORMATION:

The Chapter Board of Directors voted unanimously to approve these permanent scholarships. The first scholarship, given to an ASIS International member from the El Paso/Juarez chapter will hereafter be known as the JR Grijalva Memorial Scholarship. Grijalva was an active member of the El Paso/Juarez Chapter. He received the scholarship award twice in the past. ASIS International matches the funds awarded by the chapter, giving the recipient an even larger scholarship.

The second scholarship will be named the Leo Samaniego Scholarship. This scholarship is given to a college student studying criminal justice or security management. It is open to all who meet the minimum qualifications set by ASIS International.

“Sheriff Samaniego was a proponent of training and education. It is fitting a scholarship in his name is being used to enhance and prepare someone for a career in law enforcement or security. This is a tribute to his legacy of excellence,” said Sheriff Jimmy Apodaca, El Paso County, Texas.

“It is our distinct pleasure to honor two men who have served their community for most of the lives and who were loved and respected by their family, friends and all the people they touched,” said Henry Camacho, Scholarship Chair, ASIS El Paso, Texas.

All scholarship applicants must apply to the El Paso/Juarez Chapter, have their completed application accepted and reviewed by the Scholarship Committee and then finally approved by the Chapter Board of Directors. Funds for these and other scholarships given by the Chapter are raised through the annual Law Enforcement vs. Private Security Golf Tournament and other contributions.

Posted 18 June 2008 10:00 AM by jtovar

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"Wanted Fugitive" on the run captured by Sheriff Deputies

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar - Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Saturday, June 14, 2008 12:00 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office

WHAT: "Wanted Fugitive" on the run captured by Sheriff Deputies

WHERE: I-10 East Mile Marker 24 (Geronimo exit area) El Paso, Texas

WHEN: Friday, June 13, 2008 at approximately 4:00 PM

WHY: Fugitive Caught

INFORMATION:

Late Friday afternoon, 06-13-08 at about 4:00 PM while driving in the area of Americas & Alameda, an El Paso County Sheriff's Deputy recognized a sought after wanted suspect driving in a red BMW. The Deputy began following the suspect and coordinated his spotting of the suspect with other Sheriff's Officials in the area via radio. The Deputies followed the suspect to the area of I-10 near Bassett Center. Deputies caught up to the suspects vehicle as it began having mechanical problems & broke down in the area of I-10 east at Geronimo. The suspect quickly exited his vehicle and fled on foot across the busy Interstate in a desperate attempt to elude capture. A Sheriff's Deputy ran after the suspect and chased him for about a mile until he was able to catch the suspect behind a convenience store located at the 6200 block of Edgemere. The suspect was identified as Michael Angelo Arellano (25). Arellano was wanted on numerous outstanding criminal warrants: 1) Possession of Marijuana over 5 lbs-under 50 lbs $10,000 bond; 2) Possession of Marijuana over 50 lbs.-under 2000 lbs $66,000 bond; and 3) Aggravated Sexual Assault (out of the El Paso Police Dept) $50,000 bond. 4) 9 outstanding traffic warrants with EPSO / EPPD totaling $1,837.40

He was arrested and booked on all charges & remains at the El Paso County Detention Facility.

Michael Angelo Arellano (25)

Charges:

1) Possession of Marijuana over 5 lbs-under 50 lbs $10,000 bond

2) Possession of Marijuana over 50 lbs.-under 2000 lbs $66,000 bond

3) Aggravated Sexual Assault (out of the El Paso Police Dept) $50,000 bond

4.) 9-outstanding EPSO / EPPD traffic warrants totaling $1,837.40

Posted 14 June 2008 12:00 PM by jtovar

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Operation Border Star Deputies capture "WANTED" Suspect / Arrest girlfriend for Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Monday, June 9, 2008 3:30 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Operation Border Star / Lower Valley Patrol)

WHAT: Border Star Deputies capture "Wanted" Suspect / Arrest girlfriend for Hindering Apprehension & Prosecution

WHERE: 1200 Block of Colina De Oro, El Paso County, Texas

WHEN: Wednesday, June 11, 2008 at approximately 10:45 AM

WHY: Arrests Made

INFORMATION:

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office in coordination with the United States Border Patrol, the Texas Border Sheriff’s Coalition, the Coastal Bend Sheriffs Coalition and border area police departments, the State of Texas launched Operation Border Star in mid-September. This operation is a unified high intensity, multi-agency effort focused on reducing crime in targeted regions along the Texas-Mexico border. The operation will continue for a time period that will remain undisclosed for operational security purposes.

“By joining together with our local, state and federal partners, we will support the men and women of the U.S. Border Patrol, and protect our communities by dominating the border,” Perry said. “While securing our international borders is ultimately the responsibility of the federal government, Texas can and will assist in that effort to maximize its effect.”- Governor Rick Perry (Sept. 2007)

Late Wednesday morning 06-11-08 at 10:45 AM, Sheriff Deputies working Operation Border Star were attempting to locate a wanted subject at a residence located at the 1200 block Colina De Oro El Paso County, Texas. Deputies were looking for Humberto Esparza (40) who was wanted on outstanding criminal warrants. The warrants included charges of: 2 counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault of a child and 2 counts of Indecency with a child (sexual contact).

Deputies met with the girlfriend of the wanted subject at the residence located at 1233 Colina De Oro El Paso County, Texas. The girlfriend was explained that authorities had information that the wanted subject was staying at the residence. The girlfriend claimed not to have seen the wanted subject in some time and claimed that he was not present at the residence at the time.

While Deputies were gathering information, the wanted felon exited the rear door of the residence, where he was met by Sheriff Deputies. He was taken into custody without incident.

Consent to search the residence was then obtained from the girlfriend. Deputies began to search the residence and found a handgun. It was recovered for processing and evidence.

The wanted felon Humberto Esparza (40) of the 1000 block of Marlow in El Paso, TX was arrested and booked under the outstanding criminal warrants.

The girlfriend was identified as Eileen Bueno (29). She was also taken into custody and charged with felony Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution.

Humberto Esparza (40)

Charges: (outstanding warrants)

Aggravated sexual Assault of a child - $150,000 Bond (count 1)
Aggravated sexual Assault of a child - $150,000 Bond (count 2)
Indecency with a child (sexual contact)- $20,000 Bond (count 1)
Indecency with a child (sexual contact)- $20,000 Bond (count 2)

Eileen Bueno (29)

Charge: Hindering Apprehension or Prosecution - $2,500 Bond

According to the Texas Penal Code:

§ 38.05. HINDERING APPREHENSION OR PROSECUTION.

(a) A person commits an offense if, with intent to hinder the arrest, prosecution, conviction, or punishment of another for an offense or, with intent to hinder the arrest, detention, adjudication, or with intent to hinder the arrest of another under the authority of a warrant or capias, he:

(1) harbors or conceals the other;

(2) provides or aids in providing the other with any means of avoiding arrest or effecting escape; or

(3) warns the other of impending discovery or apprehension.

(b) It is a defense to prosecution under Subsection (a)(3) that the warning was given in connection with an effort to bring another into compliance with the law. (c) Except as provided by Subsection (d), an offense under this section is a Class A misdemeanor. (d) An offense under this section is a felony of the third degree if the person who is harbored, concealed, provided with a means of avoiding arrest or effecting escape, or warned of discovery or apprehension is under arrest for, charged with, or convicted of a felony, including an offense under Section 62.102, Code of Criminal Procedure, or is in custody or detention for, is alleged in a petition to have engaged in, or has been adjudicated as having engaged in delinquent conduct that violates a penal law of the grade of felony, including an offense under Section 62.102, Code of Criminal Procedure, and the person charged under this section knew that the person they harbored, concealed, provided with a means of avoiding arrest or effecting escape, or warned of discovery or apprehension is under arrest for, charged with, or convicted of a felony, or is in custody or detention for, is alleged in a petition to have engaged in, or has been adjudicated as having engaged in delinquent conduct that violates a penal law of the grade of felony.

Posted 11 June 2008 03:30 PM by jtovar

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Suspect in vehicle pursuit arrested by Sheriff Deputies

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

Direct: (915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Monday, June 9, 2008 3:30 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Lower Valley Patrol)

WHAT: Suspect in vehicle pursuit arrested by Sheriff Deputies

WHERE: 13300 Block of Andromeda San Elizario, Texas

WHEN: Saturday, June 7, 2008 at approximately 10:45 PM

WHY: Under Investigation

INFORMATION:

Late Saturday night 06-07-08 at 10:45 PM Sheriff Deputies were patrolling the area of San Elizario, TX when they observed a white BMW disregard a clearly marked stop sign at the intersection of Alarcon & Saltillo. Deputies attempted to conduct a traffic stop on the said vehicle but the driver refused to stop. Deputies gave chase as the driver was attempting to elude authorities driving recklessly in the near-by neighborhood. The vehicle finally pulled into a residence at the 13300 block of Andromeda. The driver then exited the vehicle & ran towards the backyard of the residence in a desperate attempt to elude capture. The driver was chased down by Sheriff Deputies and taken into custody.

The driver was identified as Edgar Rodriguez (20) of the 13300 block of Andromeda San Elizario, TX.

Rodriguez was arrested & charged with Evading Arrest / Detention with a Vehicle. It was discovered that Rodriguez also had 5 outstanding traffic warrants. He is currently out on bond.

Edgar Rodriguez (20)

Charge: Evading Arrest / Detention with a Vehicle- $1,500 Bond

Posted 09 June 2008 03:30 PM by jtovar

Filed under: Sheriff's News

Operation Border Star Deputies arrest 6 for Criminal Trespass

El Paso County Sheriff's Office

3850 Justice Dr. El Paso, Texas 79938

NEWS RELEASE

Contact: Deputy Jesse Tovar / Public Information Officer

(915) 538-2223

Pager: (915) 533-0733 (#5370)

EMAIL: jtovar@epcounty.com

Release Date & Time: Thursday, June 5, 2008 3:45 PM

WHO: El Paso County Sheriff's Office (Operation Border Star)

WHAT: Operation Border Star Deputies arrest 6 for Criminal Trespass

WHERE: El Paso, Texas

WHEN: Thursday, June 5, 2008 12:30 AM

WHY: Operation Border Star continues

Information:

Early Thursday morning, 06-05-08 at 12:30 am Sheriff Deputies were dispatched to a property located at 11090 Gateway East (Magic Landing Amusement Park), El Paso County Texas in reference to criminal trespass in progress. Deputies working Operation Border Star arrived a short time later and met with the reporters who advised Deputies they observed suspicious activity inside the property grounds such as flashing lights. Responding Deputies located 2 vehicles west of the location mentioned above.

Deputies entered the property in an attempt to locate the trespassers. Deputies heard noises & observed light coming from different areas inside the park grounds.

Multiple subjects inside the property then began running towards the west part of the property near the location of their vehicles. Deputies briefly chased, caught up, & detained 6 subjects (5 males, 1 female).

Sheriff Deputies contacted the property owner who filed charges against the subjects. All 6 were arrested and charged with Criminal Trespass.

Magic Landing is private property that is surrounded by a fence and signs posted "No Trespassing."

On Sunday 04-13-08 at 2:30 PM Sheriff Deputies along with several volunteer Fire Departments were called to this same property in reference to an Arson Fire. A estimated $485,000.00 was the total loss in that fire.

Property owners advised Sheriff Deputies they would file charges against anyone else caught on their properties without their consent.

The subjects were identified as Jorge Montoya (17) of the 10700 Miller Barber, Gerardo Santoyo (18) of the 3500 block of East Glen, Felipe Ochoa (23) of the 3400 DialRock, Carmen Salazar (17) of the 400 Byrum (Chaparral), Rene Nunez (21) of the 3900 block of Breckenridge and John Carrillo (20) of the 9100 block of Kernel.