Wednesday, September 27th, 2006
A $1,000 reward has been offered for information on the thugs who broke into the Las Cruces Reptile Rescue facility and killed many of the animals. Here are some details of the attack:
The killers (there had to be more than one) used several knives, a fireplace poker and at least 2 frying pans to beat the animals to death. They hit the animals so hard that they broke off the handles of both frying pans. They also injured several turtles by smashing stones onto their shells.
If you have any information on these heartless goons, call:
(505) 526-8000 or (800) 897-2746.
These numbers can be called 24/7.
Tags: Reward Offered, Reptile Killers
Tuesday, September 26th, 2006
The Organ Mountains are unusually narrow for a mountain range and are bounded on both sides by desert.
Here are several views of the east side of the Organs. Las Cruces is on the opposite (western) side.
The extensive rains of the last month have turned much of the desert green, and have produced explosions of wildflowers. Here’s an east view of the Organs over a huge patch of sunflowers.
Tags: Organ Mountains East View
Saturday, September 23rd, 2006
The deadline set by the Las Cruces Blackmailer passed yesterday (Friday) with no consequences. The Blackmailer had threatened the city with random shootings if not paid “cash.” The amount of money demanded has been withheld from the public.
The local paper reported that school attendance was down, but there was little other sign of people’s behavior being affected.
Here’s the 24-hour tip line for any information about the case:
(505) 635-9934
Tags: Blackmail Deadline Passes
Friday, September 22nd, 2006
In response to threats to city residents by an unknown blackmailer, the Las Cruces National Guard has been placed on standby.
Tags: National Guard
Friday, September 22nd, 2006
On September 11, thugs who remain uncaught broke into the facilities of Las Cruces Reptile Rescue and killed and stole numerous reptiles. They also trashed the facility beyond use.
A fundraiser for the organization will be held Sunday, September 24, from 2 to 4 pm at the Court Youth Center.
For more details, call (505) 680-6675 or (505) 680-6082.
About 15 snakes and 30 turtles remain missing. If you have any information on this crime, call (505) 525-1911.
Tags: Reptile Rescue Fundraiser
Friday, September 22nd, 2006
The Las Cruces Police Department has issued this statement to the public:
Hello, I’m Las Cruces Police Chief Harry Romero.
As I’m sure you are aware, the city of Las Cruces has received letters from a suspected extortionist demanding a certain amount of money.
The letters state that if the demand for money is not met, Las Cruces residents will be shot at random.
The citizens of Las Cruces should know that we are doing everything possible to identify and apprehend the person responsible for writing these letters.
We are using the most advanced forensics and technical equipment available to examine the documents.
We are receiving many leads each day and are vigorously perusing each one of them.
Local, state and federal authorities are united in this effort. We will not stop in this pursuit of justice.
We are confident that with the public’s assistance, we will arrest and prosecute the person responsible for making these threats to the fullest extent of the law.
Everyone needs to know that making threats of violence against the good people of Las Cruces is a serious crime and that will not be tolerated.
Here’s the 24-hour tip line for any information about the case:
(505) 635-9934
Tags: Las Cruces Police Statement
Friday, September 22nd, 2006
The Las Cruces Police Department has issued a video message by Chief Harry Romero to the citizens of Las Cruces regarding the Las Cruces Blackmailer.
The video is here.
Tags: LCPD Video
Friday, September 22nd, 2006
The reward for information leading to the capture and prosecution of the Las Cruces Blackmailer has been increased to $51,000.
The previous amount has been doubled, thanks to five local businesses. The businesses are:
First Community Bank
Borman AutoPlex
Sisbarro Dealerships
Bravo Chevrolet Cadillac
Jack Key Motors
Here’s the 24-hour tip line for any information about the case:
(505) 635-9934
Tags: Las Cruces Blackmailer, Reward Doubled
Thursday, September 21st, 2006
The 26th annual Whole Enchilada Fiesta will be held September 22-24.
The event offerings include music, a motorcycle and car show, parade, carnival, boxing, and the world’s largest enchilada. All kinds of food and drink will be available.
The location is the Meersheidt/Hadley Sports Complex in Las Cruces. Here’s a map:
See the Whole Enchilada Fiesta web site for more details.
In light of the threats by the Las Cruces Blackmailer, the security at the Fiesta will be extensive.
Tags: Whole Enchilada Fiesta, Las Cruces Blackmailer
Thursday, September 21st, 2006
Las Cruces officials have cancelled all vacation time for city police and say that every available officer will be on duty today and Friday.
County, State, and Federal law officers will also be on duty.
Here’s the 24-hour tip line for any information about the case:
(505) 635-9934
Tags: Full Police Alert
