Safety is a shared responsibility and a priority in Las Cruces. Learn more about our Police and Fire Departments, community outreach efforts, and the roles of code enforcement and animal control. Stay up to date on emergency services available to you and the alerts that keep our community safe. The safety section is a testament to our dedication to creating a secure environment, where every resident and visitor can feel protected and informed.
Latest Public Safety News
Police Investigate Fatal Crash
Las Cruces police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred Thursday afternoon at the intersection of Griggs Avenue and Hermosa…
Technical Rescue Team Helps in Two Organ Mountain Missions
On Sunday, for the second time in four days, the Las Cruces Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team was called to…
Police Investigate Shooting on West Picacho Avenue
Las Cruces police are investigating a shooting that occurred Sunday evening and left a man in critical condition. Officers responded…
LCPD Commemorates Fallen Officer Jonah Hernandez
Feb. 11, 2025, marks a solemn and sorrowful anniversary for the Las Cruces Police Department, for the City, and especially…
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Find out more about the services offered by the Fire and Police Departments to keep the residents and visitors of Las Cruces safe.
