Santa Fe, NM – A proactive operation by New Mexico State Police in Santa Fe led to 10 warrant arrests and 13 citations after a coordinated patrol supported by the ABLE 7 aerial unit on October 30, 2025.
According to the New Mexico State Police, officers attempted to stop a maroon Pontiac during the operation, but the driver allegedly refused to yield. The ABLE 7 helicopter, known as the “eye in the sky,” tracked the vehicle as it reportedly drove erratically through Santa Fe.
With aerial direction, ground units quickly located and surrounded the suspects, taking them into custody without further incident.
Officials reported that the ABLE 7 operation resulted in 88 total contacts, 6 felony arrests, 4 misdemeanor arrests, and 13 citations. The mission’s goal was to detect, identify, and disrupt ongoing criminal activity across the Santa Fe area.
State police emphasized their continued commitment to community safety, saying they will “use every resource at their disposal to bring fugitives to justice and protect the people of New Mexico.”
Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity as similar proactive patrols are planned in upcoming weeks.
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