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
Structure Fire on Second Street
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a fire on Second Street early Friday morning. About 4:30 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, 2025, firefighters…
Police Investigating Death of Month-old Infant
Las Cruces police are investigating the January 24, 2025, death of a one-month-old. Police responded to the 1000 block of…
Structure Fire on Melendres Street
Las Cruces firefighters extinguished a structure fire that was originally reported as a brush fire Thursday afternoon. At about 3:30…
Technical Rescue Team Assists in Organ Mountain Callout
Members of the Las Cruces Fire Department’s Technical Rescue Team joined Mesilla Valley Search and Rescue, Organ Search and Rescue,…
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