Albuquerque – Former APD officer Louis Henckel pleaded guilty in federal court today, admitting to his role in the longtime conspiracy with a local attorney and his paralegal to get…
Former APD officer Lucas Perez admitted guilt in a federal bribery conspiracy to dismiss DWI cases in exchange for cash and gifts, involving a local attorney and paralegal. Hired in…
Harvey Johnson, a former Albuquerque police officer, admitted in federal court to a conspiracy to dismiss DWI cases for cash and gifts. The scheme, running from February 2023 to January…
On March 25, APD announced the termination of two former DWI Unit members, Gustavo Gomez and Matthew Chavez, amid an ongoing investigation. Gomez, a former deputy commander, was on leave…
Albuquerque – On March 24, 2025, the Albuquerque Police Department announced that a current sergeant, once a member of the DWI Unit, was put on leave as part of the…
Deputy Jeffry Bartram of the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office is on paid administrative leave due to his involvement in the ongoing DWI scheme investigation. This follows the resignation of Undersheriff…
Albuquerque – Sheriff John Allen announced today that former Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Jeffrey Hammerel resigned earlier today. Shortly after, Hammerel accepted a plea deal in connection with a…
Albuquerque – As we reported to you this morning, Bernalillo County Undersheriff Johann Jareno was reportedly being eyed by the Feds as part of the DWI Enterprise. Purportedly, Federal authorities…
Bernalillo County Undersheriff Johann Jareno will be placed on leave as part of a federal DWI scheme investigation. Authorities visited his home over the weekend. The probe, which began in…
NMSP Sgt. Toby Lafave is on leave amid the FBI’s DWI investigation. Chief Weisler vowed accountability, stressing zero tolerance for misconduct. Lafave, known for high-profile DWI arrests, is now on…