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Local Crime Report for Friday May 31, 2019

5/31/2019

DEMING – Here’s the area crime report:

Joel Zamarripa, age 19, was arrested for DUI, minor allowing self to be served alcohol, and on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… Ramon Gonzalez, age 22, was arrested for DUI and having an open container… Charles Alvarez, age 42, was arrested for resisting, evading or obstructing an officer, possession of drug paraphernalia, and on a U.S. Marshal’s warrant for a probation violation… and Garry Kavanaugh, age 35, of Las Cruces, was arrested on a District Court warrant for failure to appear.

Over 2,200 Apprehensions for the El Paso Sector During Memorial Day

5/30/2019

DEMING - Area Border Patrol Agents were busier than ever during the holiday weekend taking into custody more than 2,200 immigrants who entered the country illegally.
     Memorial Day was the busiest recent day of enforcement activity for El Paso Sector Border Patrol Agents during the ongoing influx. The 2,200 apprehensions included two large groups and many smaller ones.
     The busy day began in the boot heel of New Mexico with a large group of over 200 people apprehended near the Antelope Wells Port of Entry just after 2 a.m.
     A second enormous group was one of the largest in El Paso Sector thus far with over 430 people. This group crossed the border just west of Bowie High School at around 7 a.m.
     By the end of the day, the El Paso Sector Agents had apprehended over 2,200 people with 1,850 of those being taken into custody in the geographic area in El Paso.
     These groups were comprised of mostly Central American families and unaccompanied children. All of the immigrants were taken into custody for processing to include initial medical screenings. They will remain in U.S. Border Patrol custody until they are processed accordingly.
     U.S. Border Patrol Agents continue to deal with this influx of immigrants entering our country with no respect for our immigration laws. This fiscal year to date the El Paso Sector has arrested over 130 thousand people, compared to over 16,000 during the same time last fiscal year. The numbers continue to rise and agents see no end in sight for this current situation.

Former Commissioner Spivey Dies

5/29/2019

DEMING – New Mexico Border Authority Director and former Luna County Commissioner Jay Spivey passed away Sunday, May 26th, at his Deming home. He was 64.
     Spivey served as a director on the New Mexico Border Authority at the time of his death. The Border Authority is an executive branch state agency that provides leadership in the development of the state's international ports of entry.
     He also represented Luna County Commission District 2 from 2011-2014.
     Spivey retired as a project manager for the city of Deming in 2018, and previously owned and operated JB Company where he sold farm equipment to the local agricultural community.
     Visitation will be this Friday, May 31st, from 4-6 p.m. at Baca’s Funeral Chapel, with a prayer vigil to follow.
     Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, June 1st, at 10 a.m. at Holy Family Catholic Church, with concluding services and internment to follow at Mountain View Cemetery.
     Again, former Luna County Commissioner Jay Spivey passed away Sunday at the age of 64.

Wilson’s Summer Rec Program Begins Monday

5/29/2019

DEMING – Sign-ups for Wilson’s Summer Recreation Program are underway, and activities will begin Monday, June 3rd.
     Silas Wilson and his program assistants    will offer basketball, soccer, flag football, tennis, jump rope, kick ball, dodgeball, and dancing, for boys and girls ages six through 12 on Mondays through Thursdays from 8 a.m.-noon.
     On Fridays, participants will be escorted to the Sam Baca Aquatic Center from 3-5:45 p.m. for swimming.
     The program will run from June 3rd through July 11th.
     Program sign-ups are being held this week, through Friday, May 30th, from 4-9 p.m. at Peppers Supermarket.
     Call Wilson for more information at 545-9385.

Chamber Awards Voting Now Open

5/29/2019

DEMING – Voting is now open for the Deming–Luna County Chamber of Commerce “Best of Kingdom of the Sun” awards.
     The five businesses which received the most nominations are competing for the “Best of Kingdom of the Sun” bragging rights during the voting portion, open through June 9th via Survey Monkey.
     To vote, log onto www.demingchamber.com and click the icon to connect you to the Survey Monkey ballot.
     Participants can vote daily from each of their devices through June 9th.
     Chamber Executive Director John Richmond said the campaign gives businesses an opportunity to be recognized for the services they provide to the community.
     For more information, contact the Deming Chamber at 546-2674.

Local Crime Report for Thursday May 29, 2019

5/29/2019

DEMING – Here’s the area crime report:

     Christopher Bilbao, age 33, was arrested on two counts of battery against a household member… Jessica Beam, age 50, of Colorado Springs, CO, was arrested for negligent use of a firearm… Rhonda Miller, age 33, was arrested for entering a house without consent, trespassing, and interference with officers…
     Clint Flores, age 22, was arrested on a District Court arrest warrant… Denise Pedraza-Webb, age 38, was arrested on a District Court warrant for a probation violation… and Gustavo Varela, age 44, was arrested on a District Court warrant for failure to appear.
     Also, tools were taken from a garage off S. Silver St… and a burglary was reported at a residence off S. Lead St.

Governor, Congresswoman Here in Past Week

5/28/2019

DEMING — Deming has received a great amount of attention in the last few weeks.
     There have been numerous print and broadcast news reports across the nation on the influx of asylum-seeking migrants being temporarily sheltered in Deming, and both New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham and U.S. Representative Xochitl Torres Small spent time in Deming in the last week.
     Grisham and her staff members volunteered at the shelter for two days, and Torres Small toured the facilities Monday after speaking at the community’s Memorial Day observance.
     Both elected officials pledged support to help take the burden off local resources, with the state guaranteeing $500,000 to Deming and Luna County from funds earmarked for border communities’ needs. Another $500,000 has been allocated to Las Cruces and Dona Ana County.
     Meanwhile, Interim Assistant County Manager Chris Brice said there were 196 migrants temporarily housed in Deming as of Tuesday morning, with more on the way.
     Brice also confirmed that the city and county have been given access to the National Guard Armory in Deming, and officials are looking at possible uses of the facility.

Luna County Commission Meets Wednesday

5/28/2019

DEMING – The Luna County commissioners will meet in special session Wednesday morning.
     According to the agenda, the purpose of the meeting is to approve the county’s preliminary 2019-2020 fiscal year budget.
     The commissioners also will consider two resolutions: a joint-powers agreement with Columbus for law enforcement services, and a budget increase.
     The commissioners also will meet in executive – or closed – session to discuss limited personnel matters pertaining to county departments.
     The meeting is set to begin at 9 a.m. Wednesday, May 29th, in the commission chambers, located on the third floor of the Luna County Courthouse, 700 S. Silver Ave.
     With the exception of the executive session, the meeting will be open to the public.

Local Crime Report for Tuesday May 28, 2019

5/28/2019

DEMING – Here’s the area crime report:

     Heliodoio Alejandre, age 56, was arrested for aggravated DUI, negligent use of a firearm, and receiving stolen property… Jimmy Payne, age 32, was arrested for prohibited possession of a controlled substance, possession of drug paraphernalia, driving while license was suspended or revoked, no proof of insurance, and no evidence of vehicle registration… Yvonne Madrid, age 45, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine, concealing identity, and on a Municipal warrant for failure to appear… Santiago Montano, age 40, was arrested for unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and violating a protection order… a criminal summons was issued for Erik Sanchez, age 35, for violating a restraining order… Andres Rodriguez, age 58, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant for stalking…
     Anthony Maynes, age 32, was arrested on an Adult Probation and Parole Office warrant for a probation violation… Jessica Bunyar, age 44, was arrested on a District Court warrant for failure to appear… Orlando Cabrera, age 28, was arrested on a Magistrate warrant to revoke conditions of release, and on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… Tiffany Pena, age 29, of Los Angeles, CA, was arrested on a Hidalgo County warrant for failure to appear… Adam Chanez, age 23, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… Jose Mateos, age 19, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines… and Kimberlee Porter, age 42, was arrested on a Municipal warrant for failure to pay fines.
     Also, $150 in criminal damage was reported to a building off Raymond Reed Blvd. after two windows were broken.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham Visits Deming's Asylee Shelter

5/25/2019

DEMING — Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham was in Deming Friday to assess the current asylee situation at the Southwestern NM State fairgrounds and the airport hangar. Her and her senior staff also stayed and helped with volunteer work.
   The Governor had returned to New Mexico from her recent trip in Washington, D.C., where she was seeking financial and logistical support for Deming and other border communities coping with an influx of asylum-seeking migrants.
     Lujan Grisham said she was advocating for federal reimbursements to communities as they provide humanitarian relief to migrant families.
      According to a post on her Facebook page, the Governor said that she and her senior staff were in Deming to help volunteer and meet the hard-working locals giving their all to respond to trying circumstances. She said that she was incredibly proud to see how New Mexicans have come together to respond to the needs of vulnerable families.
    Meanwhile, Interim Assistant County Manager Chris Brice said there were 363 migrants temporarily housed in Deming as of Saturday morning.
     He added that volunteers are needed over the long holiday weekend. Medically trained volunteers are especially needed. However, anyone interested in volunteering should check in at the Southwestern New Mexico State Fairgrounds in the Deming Industrial Park.

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