Case#  0214006721 DWI

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Deputy Assigned:  Deputy Clay Cullison

Commander Entering:  Lieutenant Joe McLaughlin

Location:  Agua Fria Street, in front of Agua Fria Elementary School, Santa Fe, NM

Vehicle:  Black, 2008, Nissan, 2 door

Suspect:  Daniel J. Romero, 27, Santa Fe, NM

Charged:  DWI, mandatory Proof of Financial Responsibility

On Monday, May 5, 2014 at 7:25 PM the suspect was operating the vehicle east at the location when he entered an Operational DWI Check Point.  The suspect was found to be under the influence of an intoxicating liquor and had a Breath Alcohol Content of .08 or greater.  The suspect was unable to produce proof of insurance upon request.


Case # 0214006681

Deputy Assigned:E. Alderete

Commander Entering: Corporal Nissen

Location: 4212 Roadrunner Lane

Charges: Burglary (Residentiasl), Larceny

Suspect: Nick Vargas 23yo male Santa Fe County

Victim: Curtis Valdez 28yo male Santa Fe County

Vehicle: None

On May 4th 2014 Deputies responded to the residence located at 4212 Roadrunner Ln. in reference to a burglary that had occurred. During the course of the investigation Deputies learned that on this date a suspect who was identified by the victim as Nick Valdez entered their residence(garage) through an open exterior garage door. While in the garage Valdez removed numerous items belonging to the victim. While removing the items Woods was confronted by the victim at which time Valdez fled leaving several items behind. A tip subsequently was received on the location of the suspect at which time the suspect was apprehended. The suspect was booked according into the Adult Detention Center.


0214006660 Burglary 05-04-14

Deputy Assigned: Tony Romero

Commander Entering: Cpl. Edward Webb Jr.

Location: Rio Vista Run (La Puebla Area)

Stolen: 15" Speaker Box

Suspect. Hispanic male 5'8" to 5'10" 200 lbs to 220 lbs bald.

Suspect Vehicle: Faded Green Nissan Pickup 80's to early 90's model.

Victim reported his residence was entered through an unlocked front door. Once inside the suspect stole the above listed item. During the commision of the burglary the victim's grandfather, who also resides in the residence, walked into the living room and observed the suspect standing in the front door way. The suspect than ran from the residence to a faded green Nissan pickup and left the area.


02.14.006662/Warrant Arrest/05.04.2014

Deputy assigned: Dep. J. Martin

Commander entering: Lt. Gabe Gonzales

Location: Adult Detention Center

Arrested: Antonio Yazzie, 21 yoa, Santa Fe, NM

Deputy was dispatched to The Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center in regards to an inmate breaking a window. The inmate admitted to breaking the window after stating that he was locked in a walk in freezer. It was found that the door was working properly with no defects to it. Subject was rebooked for Criminal damage to property.


02.14.006659/Warrant Arrest/05.04.2014

Deputy assigned: Dep. L. Martinez

Commander entering: Lt. Gabe Gonzales

Location: State Road 502, MP16, Santa Fe, NM

Arrested: William Angel, age 25, Santa Fe NM

Deputies were dispatched to the above location in regards to a motor vehicle crash. Upon investigation it was found that the above driver had an outstanding warrant. Suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Santa Fe County Jail.


02.14.00.6638/Drivers License Revoked/Warrant Arrest/05.04.2014

Deputy assigned: Dep. J. Vigil

Commander entering: Lt. Gabe Gonzales

Location: State Road 502, MP16, Santa Fe, NM

Arrested: Javier Arreola, age 54, Santa Fe NM

Deputies were dispatched to the above location in regards to a motor vehicle crash. Upon investigation it was found that the above driver had a revoked driver’s license and an outstanding bench warrant. Suspect’s vehicle was also seized pursuant to Santa Fe County ordinance. Suspect was taken into custody without incident and booked into the Santa Fe County Jail.


Case# 0214006628 Criminal damage to Property

Deputy Assigned:  Deputy Robert Clark

Commander Entering:  Lieutenant Joe Mclaughlin

Location:  Calle Culebra, Santa Fe, NM

Vehicle:  Red, 2003, Chevy, 2500, Pick-up

On Sunday, May 4, 2014 at 2:50 AM person(s) unknown, utilizing unknown means damage the vehcile wahile it was parked at a residence at the location.  The damage was to the right rear door area and window.


Case #0214006612

Deputy Assigned:E. Alderete

Commander Entering: Corporal Nissen

Location: 30 Buffalol Thunder Trail

Charges: Criminal tresspass, Concealing Identiy

Suspect: Joh Baca 54yo Male Santa Fe

Victim: Buffalo Thunder Resort

Vehicle: None

On May 3rd 2014 Deputies responded to the Buffalo Thunder Resort in reference to a report that a male was attempting to steal poker chips from guests while they were playing at the tables. During initial contact with the male the male told Deputies his name was Michael Sanchez. The male was recognized by security as being John Baca due to a recent trespass. Baca’s information was run after which time Deputies learned Baca had an active warrant for his arrest. Baca was arrested and booked accordingly at the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center.


Case #0214006602

Deputy Assigned:C. Cullison

Commander Entering: Corporal Nissen

Location: State Road 599 / State Road 14

Charges: Driving while under the infulence of an intoxicating liquor and/or drug, Possession of a controlled substance, Careless driving

Suspect: Elier Rojo 24 yo male santa Fe

Victim: None

Vehicle: 2004 GMC Yukon Green/Green

On May 3rd 2014 Deputies responded to the intersection of State Road 14 and State Road 599 in reference to a motor vehicle accident. During the course of the investigation Deputies were able to determine the driver of one of the vehicle was impaired by an intoxicant. While searching the driver the Deputies found the driver was in possession of a controlled substance that was later identified as Xanax. The driver was arrested and subsequently transported to the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center and booked accordingly.


Case # 0214006622

Deputy Assigned:R. Girmindonk

Commander Entering: Corporal Nissen

Location: 10A Cities of Gold Road

Charges: Driving while under the infulence of an intoxicating liquor and/or drug, Driving on roadways laned for traffic

Suspect: Gerald Martinez 56yo male

Victim: None

Vehicle: 2013 Chevy Cruze blue/blue

On May 4th 2014 Deputies stopped a blue 2013 Chevy Cruze for failing to maintain its lane of travel. During the course of the traffic stop Deputies were able to determine the driver of the vehicle was impaired by an intoxicant. The driver was arrested and subsequently transported to the Santa Fe County Adult Detention Center and booked accordingly