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OPEN HOUSE EVENT AT THE EL PASO SOUTH CENTRAL VA CLINIC
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August 24, 2023
El Paso, Texas – On August 19, 2023, The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office- Crisis Intervention Team participated in the Open House event at the El Paso South Central VA Clinic located at 350 Revere St. The El Paso South Central clinic will be providing services to local veterans and will enhance linkage to a diversity of services for veterans in need of medical assistance, dental services, counseling, mental health services, shelter, and job opportunities.
During this event, CIT educated participants and veterans attending the inauguration event on the services the Crisis Intervention Team provides. CIT provided community resource packets to people attending the event. CIT units also met with local service providers for veterans and created partnerships to provide services for veterans during CIT encounters.
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Featured Fugitive is Apprehended – Francisco Alvarez
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Francisco Alvarez, who was initially featured on the Crime Stoppers Most Wanted for the week of August 18, 2023, has been apprehended. Alvarez was wanted for ASSAULT FAMILY/ HOUSEHOLD MEMBER PREV CONV IAT. Please remove Alvarez from any postings, as he is no longer wanted for this charge.
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EL PASO COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE TOURS UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER TO STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY COLLABORATION EFFORTS.
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August 22, 2023
El Paso, Texas - On August 21, 2023, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Public Affairs Director visited University Medical Center (UMC), which was truly eye-opening and inspiring. The dedication and commitment she witnessed from the medical staff, coupled with the state-of-the-art facilities, left her in awe of the incredible work they do daily.
Many thanks to the Director of Public Affairs of UMC for extending a warm invitation and providing an incredible tour to Vanessa Tena, the Public Affairs Director of the El Paso Sheriff's Office. Special thanks to Ryan Mielke, at UMC, for organizing such an informative and engaging tour. The attention to detail and willingness to share valuable insights about the hospital's operations, cutting-edge technologies, and patient care strategies were commendable.
Collaboration between different organizations is crucial in fostering a safer and healthier community. The opportunity for the new Public Affairs Director of the El Paso Sheriff's Office to witness firsthand the incredible work being done at UMC will undoubtedly strengthen the partnership between law enforcement and healthcare professionals in our county.
Let us continue working together, bridging gaps between various sectors and creating a stronger, safer, healthier community for all. It is through collaboration and mutual understanding that we can achieve great things. Once again, we thank those healthcare professionals at UMC for their hospitality and dedication to our community's safety. We are truly fortunate to have such outstanding individuals working tirelessly for our well-being.
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VIN ETCHING & CHILD FINGERPRINTING EVENT
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EL PASO, TX - On August 19, 2023, The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and Constables Office Pct.6 partnered with the El Paso Police Department Auto Theft Task Force to hold a Vehicle Theft Prevention/Free VIN Etching Event at the San Eli Supermarket located at 1330 N. Fabens Rd. from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
VIN Etching is the process where the vehicle’s identification number is permanently etched onto the vehicle. The process takes about 15 minutes to perform. Deputies and Constables also offered free child fingerprinting to the residents of Fabens and the surrounding communities. The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office will be offering these events to give back to the community and help give parents peace of mind if their child goes missing. During the event 45 vehicles were etched and 40 children were fingerprinted
Additionally, we would like to thank Mr. Stephen Plummer with the El Paso Police Department Auto Theft Task Force, Starbucks located at 3400 Joe Battle for providing the coffee and Constable Javier Garcia from Justice Of the Peace Precinct 6-2 Office for providing the food and drinks.
See Link for pictures.
https://epsheriff.smugmug.com/VIN-ETCHING-CHILD-FINGERPRINT-EVENT
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MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT INVOLVING A MARKED PATROL UNIT
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August 18, 2023
El Paso, Texas - On August 18, 2023, at approximately 6:50 a.m., El Paso County Sheriff's Office Special Traffic Investigators were dispatched to the intersection of Pebble Hills and Zaragoza in reference to a motor vehicle accident involving a marked patrol vehicle. The investigation revealed that the marked patrol vehicle had disregarded a red light and collided with a Chevrolet Sonic with four occupants inside. Minor injuries were reported, and the deputy was transported to a local hospital. The intersection of Pebble Hills and Zaragoza was closed for approximately four hours while investigators conducted their investigation.
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MONTANA PATROL STATION CRIMINAL INVESTIGATION TARGETED RESPONSE UNIT ARREST – SHELBY LYNN GARCIA
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August 18, 2023
El Paso, Texas – On August 16, 2023, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputies assigned to the Montana Patrol Station Criminal Investigation Targeted Response Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the 12600 block of Ditton Court. During the traffic stop, it was discovered that one of the vehicle’s passengers provided fictitious identifying information to deputies. The passenger, 27-year-old Shelby Lynn Garcia, had three outstanding criminal warrants for Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1<1G, Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1<1G, and Possession of a Controlled Substance, Penalty Group 1>=1G<4G. Garcia was taken into custody with an additional charge of Fail to Identify Fugitive from Justice and was subsequently booked into the El Paso County Jail.
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Most Wanted Fugitives Week of August 18, 2023
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EL PASO, TEXAS – Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., distributes fugitives wanted by the El Paso Police Department and the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office every week through the Most Wanted feature. The attached fugitives are individuals, where attempts in locating them for one reason or another have been unsuccessful. The agencies submit these fugitives to Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., which distributes them to the news media and offers the use of the Crime Stoppers hotline for information regarding the whereabouts of these fugitives. Anyone with information on the location of any of these fugitives should call Crime Stoppers of El Paso immediately at (915) 566-8477 (TIPS), or submit the information 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. Crime Stoppers of El Paso, Inc., is a non-profit organization that brings together the community, law enforcement, and the media to solve crime.
To access the Most Wanted page on the Crime Stoppers Website, please use the following link: http://www.crimestoppersofelpaso.org/sitemenu.aspx?P=wanteds&ID=235.
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BLOOD DRIVE AT SHERIFF'S OFFICE HEADQUARTERS
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August 18, 2023
El Paso, Texas – In a show of community support, On August 17, 2023, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm., the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, in partnership with Vitalant, held a blood drive. The blood drive occurred at the El Paso County Sheriff's Office Headquarters at 3850 Justice Dr., El Paso, TX 79938. Many of our office members showed their support by donating blood. Vitalant exceeded their goal of pints of blood, and their staff conveyed their deep appreciation and thanks for a job well done. Once again, El Paso County Sheriff's Office employees stepped up with this generous donation that can save up to three lives.
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UNATTENDED DEATH INVESTIGATION
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August 17, 2023
El Paso, Texas – On August 17, 2023, at approximately 4:00 PM, El Paso County Sheriff's Office Deputies responded to a report of a body in the canal area of 1100 block of Hole in the Wall, El Paso County, Texas. The Major Crimes Unit was requested to the location and can confirm that the body that was located is a male individual approximately 30 years of age. The male individual has not been positively identified, and the investigation is ongoing. No other information is available at this time.
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VIN ETCHING & CHILD FINGERPRINT EVENT
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August 17, 2023
El Paso, Texas – The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office and Constables Office Pct.6 are partnering with the El Paso Police Department Auto Theft Task Force to host a Vehicle Theft Prevention/Free VIN Etching Event on Saturday, August 19th, 2023, at the San Eli Supermarket located at 1330 N. Fabens Rd. from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm.
VIN Etching is the process where the vehicle’s identification number is permanently etched onto the vehicle. The process takes about 15 minutes to perform. Deputies and Constables will also offer a free child fingerprinting event to the residents of Fabens and the surrounding communities.
The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office offers these events to give back to the community and help give parents peace of mind if their child goes missing.
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SHERIFF’S OFFICE RELEASE - AGGRAVATED ASSAULT- MIGUEL ANGEL OROZCO
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August 16, 2023
El Paso, Texas – On August 15, 2023, at approximately 10:23 PM, deputies assigned to the Montana Patrol Station were dispatched to the 12900 block of Jobe Road in reference to a motor vehicle accident involving a truck and a bicycle. Further investigation revealed that the driver, 19-year-old Miguel Angel Orozco, was traveling on Jobe Road at a high rate of speed when his vehicle collided with the 15-year-old bicyclist. The 15-year-old victim was transported to a local hospital and later discharged after sustaining minor injuries. Orozco was charged with Aggravated Assault and booked into the El Paso County Jail with a $10,000 bond.
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#IMPAWSTERS – August 16, 2023
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MOST WANTED FUREVER HOME
#IMPAWSTERS – August 16, 2023
For More Information, Please get in touch with EPASadoptions@elpasotexas.gov. All Most Wanted pets come with spay/neuter surgery, age-appropriate vaccinations, microchip, and registration. All pets will be sent home with pet food and supplies (bowls, leash, and collar) “The world would be nicer if everyone could love as unconditionally as a dog.”
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Criminal Investigations Targeted Response Unit ARREST- DEANDRE JANKA
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August 15, 2023
El Paso, Texas – On August 10, 2023, El Paso County Sheriff’s Office deputies assigned to the Montana Patrol Station Criminal Investigations Targeted Response Unit conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle at the 12600 block of Ditton Court. The 32-year-old Deandre Janka passenger had two outstanding criminal warrants for Manufacture or Delivery of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1>=4G<200G and Manufacture and Delivery of a Controlled Substance Penalty Group 1>=400G. Janka was taken into custody without further incident and was subsequently booked into the El Paso County Jail with no bond.
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OPERATION SAFE STREETS- UPDATE
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View Warrant List Click Link to view list A warrant roundup will be conducted by the Sheriff’s Office and other local law enforcement agencies after the Self Surrender Period (August 9, 2023 - August 27, 2023). Everyone with an outstanding warrant should utilize the Self Surrender Period to avoid being arrested at your home or work place.
Fast Track Booking is open 24/7. For more information or to schedule your Fast Track Booking appointment contact 915-546-2093
