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
Las Cruces Cooling Stations to be Activated
City of Las Cruces Cooling Stations will be activated through Wednesday, June 18, 2025. The National Weather Service’s El Paso…
Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Boutz Road
Las Cruces police are continuing to investigate a vehicle vs. pedestrian crash that killed a 48-year-old man late Friday evening.…
Police Seek Info on Man’s Death Near Bus Stop
Las Cruces police are asking for the public’s help as they investigate the suspicious death of a 63-year-old man found…
Police Investigate Suspicious Death Near Lions Park
Las Cruces police are investigating the death of a man whose body was discovered Thursday morning near the tennis courts…
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