Santa Fe Approves $2.8 Million Settlement in Lawsuit
The city reached a settlement after first responders were accused of prematurely declaring an 18-year-old gunshot victim dead.
Santa Fe Crime News
For readers in Santa Fe, this page covers criminal activity, law enforcement operations, the justice system and public safety. Reporting follows local incidents as they develop and the broader trends that influence safety across the area.
Law Enforcement
Santa Fe Police Arrest Serial Offender After Chase
Authorities took 37-year-old Omar Aguirre into custody following a vehicle pursuit and a search for a stolen firearm.
Accidents
Santa Fe Police Find Deceased Woman After Traffic Stop
Authorities discovered Maria Gordon in her home after a routine vehicle stop led to the arrest of Passion Stiglman.
Violence
Suspects Surrender to Santa Fe Police After Shooting
Two men have turned themselves in following a drive-by shooting in the Las Acequias neighborhood.
Sex Crimes
Judge Sentences Isaac Apodaca to Life in Prison
A Santa Fe judge issued the sentence on Thursday after Apodaca's conviction for conspiracy and first-degree murder.
Property Crime
Suspects Burgled Santa Fe Place Jewelry Kiosk
Two individuals allegedly gained entry to the Santa Fe Place mall through an unlocked door to commit a theft.
More in Crime
This section follows law enforcement investigations, court cases, policy shifts in the justice system and public safety alerts. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it, tracking how local agencies respond to emerging issues. The geography of the city dictates specific patterns in how these incidents unfold and how response teams are deployed. Case volumes and seasonal changes in activity are the most frequent factors that shape the narrative of public safety.