TRAVEL SAFE-SUMMER TRAVEL TIPS

DATE & TIME: June 18, 2013 @  3:50 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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Whether you are planning a  weekend road trip or a weeklong family expedition across state, be sure to plan ahead prior to starting your engine for a fun filled vacation and safe return home.

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Here are some tips for a safe summer travel

Make sure your vehicle is ready to be driven during summer conditions:

• Check tires to avoid a tire blow-out
• Have fluids checked
• Check safety belts are in working order
• Check wipers
• Battery

Get plenty of rest:

• The night before
• Take a break every 2 hours or very 100 miles
• Avoid planning to work all day and drive all night
• Travel with an awake passenger if all possible
• Don’t pack items that will block the driver’s visibility
• Properly secure items to avoid them flying in the event of a sudden stop/accident
• Pack light to make travel less pricy 

Avoid Distractions while driving:

• Do not talk/text
• Eat and drink
• Focus on the road

Take a break if:

• You keep yawning
• Start to feel stiff
• Your eyes are heavy
• You find yourself daydreaming
• You wander out of your lane of travel

Be prepared for the worst:

• Have a cell phone and car charger
• First-aid kit
• A flashlight
• Extra clothes/blankets
• Basic tools
• Emergency flares
• Jumper cables
• Nonperishable food

Protect your pooch:

• Do not allow pets to ride in front seat
• Distracts driver
• Airbags deployed can also pose a hazard for pets
• keep dog on a leash when loading and unloading from a vehicle
• Crates or pet carriers are ways to restrain pets in cars
• Be sure to secure crate or pet carrier
• Or, consider a pet harness
• Make sure pet I.D. tags are current and pet is chipped as required by law.

Car crashes are the number one killer of children 1 to 12 years old in the United States.   Children younger than 8 years old must ride in a child safety seat or booster seat unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches.

Posted 18 June 2013 03:50 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS

DRIVER PINNED IN TRUCK AFTER COLLIDING INTO A TREE

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 18, 2013 @  11:30 AM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- At approximately 7:40 AM this morning, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a single motor vehicle accident at the 15200 block of Socorro Rd. in El Paso County, TX, where the driver was found pinned in a 1999 grey Ford Ranger.  The Jaws of Life was used by Fabens Volunteer Firefighters to extract the driver, a 21 year old female who was transported by Life Ambulance along with a 20 year male passenger with non-life threatening injuries to a local area hospital.

Further investigation revealed the truck was traveling westbound on Socorro Rd. when the driver failed to negotiate a curve, lost control of the truck and collided into a tree near an irrigation canal north of Socorro Rd.  Both occupants are from the El Paso area. Only the driver was wearing a seatbelt.  The investigation continues. 

PHOTOS COUTESY OF EPCSO:

 

Posted 18 June 2013 11:30 AM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, LOWER VALLEY PATROL

WOMAN SPEEDING IN VINTON,TX, EVADES ARREST

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 16, 2013 @  7:30 AM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On Saturday, 06-15-13 at 9:50 PM, a Sheriff’s Deputy  was patrolling the 300 block of Chisom Dr. (residential area) in Vinton, TX, when he saw a vehicle traveling over the designated speed limit. The driver took the Deputy on a small chase, along with five other occupants, after the driver of a 2004 red Ford F-150 accelerated the vehicle, made a u-turn and an abrupt turn into a dirt roadway and turned off its lights. The driver/Daisy Carrera of Anthony, NM, was apprehended at the 400 block of Chisom Dr. and charged with Evading Arrest/Detention with a Vehicle.  The driver claimed the reason she did not stop was because her husband/occupant was intoxicated and the other occupants/children (7,8 & 10 year old) were not properly restrained inside the vehicle. 

 

 ARRESTED

DAISY CARRERA (24)

EVADING ARREST/DETENTION WITH A VEHICLE

BOND:$2,500

Posted 16 June 2013 07:30 AM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, UPPER VALLEY PATROL

FABENS, TX-DEPUTY CATCHES BEER RUN SUSPECT

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 15, 2013 @  10:00 AM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On 06-15-13 at 12:34 AM, a Sheriff’s Deputy patrolling in Fabens, TX, was flagged down by the reporter at the 200 block of E. Main in reference to a theft/beer run.  Additional information was received that the suspect was driving a grey passenger car and was last seen behind the alley of the store.  The Deputy checked the area and caught up to the  described vehicle at the end of the alley and initiated a traffic stop at Austin and N. Fabens on a grey 2005 Chevrolet Malibu.  The driver in the said vehicle then fled in the vehicle and continued westbound on Alameda Ave. and stopped at the 15000 block of Alameda Ave.  The Deputy made contact with the driver/Jose Luis Rocha, sole occupant, and took Rocha into custody. Rocha was charged with Evading Arrest & Detention with a Vehicle and Theft under/$50.  The property was also recovered.

 

ARRESTED

JOSE LUIS ROCHA (25)

Charge(s):

Evading Arrest/Detention w/vehicle /Bond: $5,000

Theft under $50

Posted 15 June 2013 10:00 AM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, LOWER VALLEY PATROL

CRIME STOPPERS CRIME OF THE WEEK 06-14-13: POLICE SEEK SUSPECT IN ROAD RAGE SHOOTING

A Road Rage Incident Escalates to a Shooting In El Paso’s Eastside, making this the

Crime Stoppers “Crime of the Week”

EL PASO, TEXAS – A road rage incident escalates to a shooting on the city’s Eastside and Detectives from the El Paso Police Department are asking for help in finding this violent criminal through Crime Stoppers.  Just before eleven, on the night of Tuesday, May 21^st 2013, a man and his family were walking out of the Chico’s Restaurant at 1300 George Dieter.  As the man and his family were crossing the parking lot, the suspect began inching the car forward as is he was going to run over the family.  As the family entered their vehicle and left the parking lot, the suspect began to follow them northbound on George Dieter.  During this time, the suspect began trying to cut off the victim and caused the victim to have to swerve several times.  As they were approaching the intersection of Trawood, the suspect fired a handgun striking the victim’s car.  The bullet penetrated the car and grazed the victim’s leg.  The suspect made a u-turn and fled the scene.  The victim was not seriously injured.  The suspect is described as a male, approximately 20 to 30 years of age, medium build, with a slight beard and was last seen wearing a dark gray shirt, black shorts and black tennis shoes.  The vehicle involved is described as white Nissan sports car similar to a 350z or 370z.

(VIDEO COURTESY: CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO)

If you have any information at all about the identity of the suspect or this case, please call Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 566-TIPS (566-8477) or on-line at www.crimestoppersofelpaso.org. You will remain anonymous and, if your tip leads to an arrest, you can qualify for a cash reward up to $1,000.

CLICK ON EITHER ICON BELOW TO SUBMIT A TIP

or

Text “CRIME1” plus your tip to “CRIMES” (274637)

Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. has now launched our social networking sites:

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.

Crime Stoppers of El Paso ’13 stats / Since inception (1978) Subjects arrested 19 / 4005 Cases 27 / 4836 Narcotics recovered $ 2,500 / $ 47,940,482 Property recovered $ 25,000 / $ 4,227,256 Rewards issued $ 6,650 / $ 933,700

END OF NEWS RELEASE

Posted 14 June 2013 05:00 PM by jtovar

Filed under: CRIMESTOPPERS OF EL PASO "CRIME OF THE WEEK"

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO MOST WANTED JUNE 14, 2013

EL PASO, TEXAS – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office & El Paso Police Department are currently looking for the following individuals who have outstanding warrants) in El Paso County, TX. Listed below is this week’s most wanted and Crime Stoppers is asking for the community’s help in locating.

Individuals featured need to contact either EPPD or EPCSO to CLEAR an existing warrant, NOT CRIME STOPPERS!

CLICK ON EITHER ICON BELOW TO SUBMIT A TIP

Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. has now launched our social networking sites:

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.

SANCHEZ, FERNANDO (42) DOB 08/17/1970 h/m 6’0” 220 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes AGGRAVATED ROBBERY - $100,000 BOND	Calderon, Guadalupe III (32) D.O.B. 07/15/1981 h/m 5’06” 250 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes Aggravated Robbery $75,000 Bond
BAKER, JERRY (21) DOB 06/25/1991w/m 5’8” 138 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD - $40,000 BOND INDECENCY WITH A CHILD - *NO BOND*	Johnson, Benjamin (21) D.O.B. 03/25/1992 b/m 5’07” 150 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes Assault/FAMV/Breath $5,000 Bond
CARRILLO, LUIS A (49) DOB 06/08/1964 h/m 5’9” 177 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes 4 COUNTS - INDECENCY W/ CHILD - *NO BOND* AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD - *NO BOND*	Fleming, Jerry (29) D.O.B. 10/24/1983 b/m 6’03” 240 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes Assault/FAMV/Breath $4,500 Bond
TORRES, ANGEL (41) DOB 09/03/1971 h/m 6’3” 257 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes THEFT PROP >=$1500 < $20K- $5,000 BOND THEFT BY CHECK - $2,500 BOND	De La Cruz, Pedro (36) D.O.B. 02/28/1977 h/m LKA: 3529 Blue Grove 5’08” 185 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes Credit/Debit Card Abuse $25,000 Bond Credit/Debit Card Abuse $50,000 Bond Burglary of Vehicle $10,000 Bond
CORIA JR., RICARDO (24) DOB 02/09/1989 h/m 5’10” 145 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes 2 COUNTS - DRIVING WHILE INTOXICATED- $7,500 BOND 4COUNTS - DECEPTIVE BUSINESS PRACTICES - $22,500 BOND 2 COUNTS - THEFT - $60,000 BOND ENGAGING IN ORGANIZED CRIMINAL ACTIVITY - *NO BOND*	Munoz, Jonathan (21) D.O.B. 11/01/1991 h/m 6’00” 155 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes Agg. Assault wDW/FAMV $100,000 Bond

Posted 14 June 2013 01:40 PM by jtovar

Filed under: CRIME STOPPERS MOST WANTED

EPCSO CLICK-IT-OR-TICKET ENFORCEMENT RESULTS

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 10 2013 @  3:30 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- The below are the results of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office CLICK IT-OR-TICKET-IT enforcement from May 20th thru June 2, 2013.  The Sheriff’s Office along with the Texas Department of Transportation and other local Law Enforcement agencies joined forces for the Annual 2013 Click-It or Ticket (CIOT) Campaign by utilizing a TXDOT grant for SEATBELT ENFORCEMENT. 

The campaign brings public awareness to drivers and passengers driving on Texas roads to wear their seatbelt as required by Texas Law and to remind citizens that seatbelts can prevent serious bodily injury or death in a crash. Texas Law requires drivers and all passengers in a vehicle to be secured by a safety belt.  Officers vigilant throughout El Paso County  yielded the following results during the campaign efforts this holiday season.   

**CIOT 2013 ENFORCEMENT**

CALLS FOR SERVICE –Dispatched calls	303
HAZARDOUS CITATIONS (i.e. disregard stop, Fail to Yield Right of Way, disregard red light etc.)	26
NON-HAZARDOUS CITATIONS (i.e. Unregistered Vehicle, Expired Inspection Sticker etc.)	71
CITATION SEATBELT  (Adults)	308
CITATION SEATBELT (Children)	58
CLASS “C” CITATIONS	2

Posted 10 June 2013 03:30 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, SPECIAL EVENTS / CEREMONIES / PHOTO GALLERIES

MANHUNT MONDAY 06-10-13: FERNANDO SANCHEZ

FUGITIVE INFORMATION: NAME: FERNANDO SANCHEZ (42) AKA: GARCIA,FERNANDO; MADRID,FERNANDO; PERALTA,FERNANDO MANUEL DOB: 08-17-1970 ETHINCITY / GENDER: HISPANIC / MALE HEIGHT: 6’0” WEIGHT: 220 lbs. HAIR: Brown EYES: Brown PLACE OF BIRTH: LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA TATTOOS: CHEST - "LOS ANGELES” / “21” / “MBG” NECK – “LA ELVIA” FACE – TEARDROP BACK – “BROWN PRIDE” / “EAST LA” / CLOWN LEFT ARM – GRIM REAPER / CLOWNS / DEMON RIGHT ARM - "FERNIE" / SKULL / “PAYASO” / “LILY” / ANGEL / CROSS / ROSES / TRIBAL

EL PASO, TEXAS – This week’s MANHUNT MONDAY Most Wanted Fugitive is sought on Robbery Offense. The target is identified as FERNANDO SANCHEZ of El Paso, Texas (Originally Los Angeles, CA).

Law Enforcement Officials are asking the community for assistance in locating FERNANDO SANCHEZ. In July 2012, SANCHEZ & accomplices stole several electronic items from a SEARS in Sunland Park Mall.  As SANCHEZ exited the store, he was confronted by Loss Prevention Agents who had witnessed the theft. SANCHEZ proceeded to display a knife in a threatening manner & fled in his vehicle. Charges were filed & SANCHEZ was caught & arrested a short time later. SANCHEZ has since failed to show to court for his crime & is now wanted for the offense of AGGRAVATED ROBBERY.

FERNANDO SANCHEZ knows authorities are looking for him and remains on the run eluding capture. He is also sought by the U.S. Marshals Service.

If anyone has seen or has any information on the whereabouts of

FERNANDO SANCHEZ please (click on SUBMIT icon):

or CONTACT:

at 566-TIPS (8477). Callers will remain anonymous & may be eligible for a reward if the information provided leads to the apprehension of the individuals featured.

MANHUNT MONDAY & CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO are partners with the media to fulfill our mission of reducing the fear of illegal activity in our neighborhoods by involving the community in helping Law Enforcement solve crime.

Posted 09 June 2013 08:50 PM by jtovar

Filed under: MANHUNT MONDAY

MAN ARRESTED IN FABENS,TX FOR EVADING ARREST & DETENTION

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 9, 2013 @  10:00 AM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On 06-09-13 at 2:45 AM, Sheriff’s Deputies  patrolling in the area of E. Main in Fabens, TX, saw a green Chevrolet pick-up driving reckless at the 600 block of E. Main.  A traffic stop was attempted when the driver of the truck continued eluding Deputies for approximately 7 minutes when the driver finally came to a stop at the intersection of N. Fabens and Camp.  The driver identified as Gonzalo Silva Jr. of Tornillo, TX, was taken into custody and placed under arrest for Evading Arrest & Detention with a Vehicle and DWI.  Garcia had an outstanding warrant for Criminal Mischief O/$50-U/$500 at the time of his arrest and was recently released on April 27th for the offense of Obstruction & Retaliation.

ARRESTED

BOOKING PHOTO: 04/27/13

GONZALO SILVA Jr. (33)

Posted 09 June 2013 10:00 AM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, LOWER VALLEY PATROL

MAN ARRESTED WITH OVER 18 LBS OF MARIJUANA

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 7, 2013 @  7:00 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On 06-07-13 at 12:10 PM the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office Strike Team/Interdiction unit spotted a vehicle with unauthorized sunscreen device (window tint) affixed to the vehicle which lead to a stop of the vehicle at the 5400 block of Dyer St., El Paso, Texas.  During the interview Deputies noticed the driver appeared nervous.  The driver later admitted to Deputies he had several pounds of marijuana in the vehicle.  A search of the vehicle was done with the assistance of an El Paso Police Department canine unit where over 18 pounds of marijuana was located inside the trunk in a duffle bag.

ARRESTED

GABRIEL MIRAMONTES (24)

CHARGE: POSSESSION OF MARIJUANA O/5 LBS-U/50 LBS

BOND: $6,000

Posted 07 June 2013 07:00 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, STRIKE TEAM

CRIME STOPPERS CRIME OF THE WEEK 06-07-13: POLICE SEEK SUSPECTS BEHIND STOLEN TRAILER

A Specialized Trailer is Stolen after a Central El Paso Business is Burglarized, making this the

Crime Stoppers “Crime of the Week”

EL PASO, TEXAS – A vacuum water tanker trailer is stolen from a Central El Paso business and Detectives from the El Paso Police Department need your help in finding those responsible through the Crime Stoppers “Crime of The Week”.  Sometime between one in the afternoon on Saturday May 25 to one in the afternoon of Sunday May 26th unknown suspects forced their way into the property of Toscano International at 1925 Missouri.  Once inside, the suspects located a 2013 vacuum water tanker trailer.  The suspects managed to take off a lock that that the trailer had.  The suspects then attached the trailer to a tractor and proceeded flee the scene.  The suspects in the case are believed to be very familiar with the equipment that was taken.  The trailer is described as a white water and vacuum tanker with Texas License plates of Y40447.   These trailers are often used in the oil industry as well as to transport industrial water or even empty septic tanks.  The area of 1925 Missouri is alongside I-10 and investigators are certain that someone has information on this case. 

(PHOTO COURTESY: CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO)

If you have any information at all about the identity of the suspect(s) or location of this trailer, please call Crime Stoppers of El Paso at 566-TIPS (566-8477) or on-line at www.crimestoppersofelpaso.org . You will remain anonymous and, if your tip leads to an arrest, you can qualify for a cash reward up to $1,000.

CLICK ON EITHER ICON BELOW TO SUBMIT A TIP

or

Text “CRIME1” plus your tip to “CRIMES” (274637)

Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. has now launched our social networking sites:

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.

Crime Stoppers of El Paso ’13 stats / Since inception (1978) Subjects arrested 19 / 4005 Cases 27 / 4836 Narcotics recovered $ 2,500 / $ 47,940,482 Property recovered $ 25,000 / $ 4,227,256 Rewards issued $ 6,650 / $ 933,700

END OF NEWS RELEASE

Posted 07 June 2013 06:00 PM by jtovar

Filed under: CRIMESTOPPERS OF EL PASO "CRIME OF THE WEEK"

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO MOST WANTED JUNE 7, 2013

EL PASO, TEXAS – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office & El Paso Police Department are currently looking for the following individuals who have outstanding warrants) in El Paso County, TX. Listed below is this week’s most wanted and Crime Stoppers is asking for the community’s help in locating.

Individuals featured need to contact either EPPD or EPCSO to CLEAR an existing warrant, NOT CRIME STOPPERS!

CLICK ON EITHER ICON BELOW TO SUBMIT A TIP

Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc. has now launched our social networking sites:

CRIME STOPPERS OF EL PASO is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.

FERNANDO SANCHEZ (42) DOB 08/17/1970 h/m 6'0” 220 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes AGGRAVATED ROBBERY- $100,000 BOND	Rivera, Robert (29) D.O.B. 08/04/1983 h/m 6’01” 215 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes Agg. Assault wDW $10,000 Bond
CODY MICHAEL ANGLIN (31) DOB 09/26/1981 w/m 6’0” 187 lbs. Blonde Hair Blue Eyes PAROLE VIOLATION - *NO BOND*	Rendon, Mark (23) D.O.B. 03/02/1990 h/m 5’05” 140 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes Assault/FAMV $3,500 Bond
BENJAMIN DOMINGUEZ (40) DOB 10/30/1966 h/m 5’7” 223 lbs. Brown / Grey Hair Brown Eyes INDECENCY W/ A CHILD - $15,000 BOND SEX OFFENDERS DUTY TO REGISTER - *NO BOND*	Benecke, Sebastian (20) D.O.B. 11/26/1992 h/m 6’00” 210 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes Violation Protective Order $5,000 Bond
EDWIN TYRONNE FLAGG (59) DOB 09/18/1953 b/m 6’4” 200 lbs. Brown Hair Brown Eyes AGGRAVATED SEXUAL ASSAULT OF A CHILD - *NO BOND*	Contreras, Michael (23) D.O.B. 09/18/1989 h/m 5’02” 130 lbs. Black Hair Brown Eyes Assault/FAMV $1,500 Bond
CHRISTOPHER WRIGHT (42) DOB 04/09/1971 h/m 6’0” 120 lbs. Brown Hair Hazel Eyes POSSESSION OF COCAINE - $3,000 BOND	Rocha, Pasqual (49) D.O.B. 04/25/1964 h/m 5’11” 230 lbs. Grey Hair Brown Eyes Violation of Protective Order $2,500 Bond (M13W4841) Assault/FAMV No Bond

Posted 07 June 2013 04:00 PM by jtovar

Filed under: CRIME STOPPERS MOST WANTED

EPCSO SEEKS CONVENIENCE STORE ROBBERY SUSPECT

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: June 7, 2013 @  12:00 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938   Public Information Officer, Angelica Becerra Cell: 915-479-1678 Office: (915) 538-2119 EMAIL: abecerra@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On 03-29-13 at approximately 12:30 AM a Hispanic male approximately 5’8” to 5’9” in height, stocky build with short hair entered a convenience store/7-11 located at 12370 Socorro Rd., in El Paso, Texas.  The suspect entered the store and asked the victim/cashier for directions to the freeway.  He then proceeded to grab two cases of beer from the display and walk out.  The cashier was able to take away one of the beer cases.  When the cashier attempted to take the second case of beer, the suspect pushed the cashier back.  The suspect was last seen drive away in a dark colored Mitsubishi vehicle, possibly an Eclipse, with out of town plates.

PHOTOS COURTESY OF EPCSO:

Click on the tip411 below TO SUBMIT A TIP on-line:

Posted 07 June 2013 12:00 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS

UPDATE: MVA ROLLER IN FAR EAST EL PASO, TORNILLO, TX

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: Thursday, June 6, 2013 @  12:30 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938 Contact:  Director of Public Affairs, Chris Acosta Cell: 915-479-0797 Office: (915) 538-2223 EMAIL: chacosta@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On June 3, 2013 at approximately 4:30 PM, Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a motor vehicle accident/rollover at Interstate Highway-10 MM 56 in Tornillo, TX. The victim, 35 year old Victoria Ojeda, originally from Atlanta, was traveling eastbound on IH-10 when she lost control of the vehicle and rolled over several times and landed on the westbound outside shoulder.  The victim, sustained several fractures and was released from the hospital yesterday evening.  The victim was traveling with two dogs and is now in search of one of her companions “Oscar” who was ejected at the time of the accident and last seen running south into the desert area (unknown if injured).

“Oscar” is a short tale, Boston Terrier with short white/black & dark brown hair.   At the time, “Oscar” had a light blue collar and he is chipped.  The Ojeda family has offered a reward for the return of “Oscar” and is asking the public for assistance to help find him.    

MISSING

“OSCAR”

Anyone with information or the whereabouts of “Oscar” Please contact the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office at 915-546-2280 or contact the Ojeda Family at 404-432-1469 or 404-680-9687.

 

Posted 06 June 2013 12:30 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS, LOWER VALLEY PATROL

MVA ROLLEROVER IN FAR EAST EL PASO

NEWS RELEASE

RELEASE DATE & TIME: Tuesday, June 4, 2013 @  8:30 PM

El Paso County Sheriff’s Office 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, Texas 79938 Contact:  Director of Public Affairs, Chris Acosta Cell: 915-479-0797 Office: (915) 538-2223 EMAIL: chacosta@epcounty.com Website: EPCSO.ORG

“We Serve With Pride”

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EL PASO TEXAS- On June 3, 2013 Sheriff’s Deputies responded to IH-10 MM 56 in reference to a single motor vehicle accident.  Further investigation revealed an Acura  Integra was traveling eastbound on IH-10 when the driver lost control of the vehicle and crossed over the eastbound lanes and the median.  The driver overcorrected while in the median and rolled over landing on the westbound outside shoulder.   The driver, in her mid 30’s, was transported to a local area hospital with non-life threatening injuries.  The driver was traveling from San Diego to Atlanta with her two dogs when she reportedly fell asleep.  At the time of the accident, one of the two dogs went missing. The dog is described as a dark/brownish terrier type and is chipped.  The driver was wearing a seatbelt. 

 If anyone has information please contact with El Paso County Sheriff’s Office at 915-546-2280 

DRIVING TIPS FOR LONG JOURNEYS:

Someone who is tired could fall asleep at any time – fatigue impacts reaction time, judgment and vision, causing people who are very sleepy to behave in similar ways to those who are drunk.

• Get plenty of sleep (at least six hours) the night before a long trip;
• Travel at times when you are normally awake, and staying overnight rather than driving straight through
• Scheduling a break every two hours or every 100 miles;
• Stop driving if you become sleepy
• Avoid not planning to work all day and then drive all night
• Drink a caffeinated beverage. Since it takes about 30 minutes for caffeine to enter the bloodstream, find a safe place to take a 20-30 minute nap while you’re waiting for the caffeine to take effect
• Avoid sleepy times of day
• Traveling with an awake passenger if all possible

It’s time for a break if  you have any of the following symptoms! 

• You keep yawning
• You start to feel stiff
• Your eyes feel heavy
• You find yourself day-dreaming or staring at the car in front
• The car wanders out of your lane

ROAD TRIP SURVIVAL TIPS:

• Ensure your vehicle is properly maintained
• Have your tires inspected and check them at least once a month
• Have road side assistance contact information on hand
• In case of an emergency, keep cell phone and charger with you at all times

 

Posted 04 June 2013 08:30 PM by abecerra

Filed under: SHERIFF'S NEWS

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