The governor of New Mexico declared a state of emergency to combat violent crime and drug trafficking in northern New Mexico, especially affecting two Native American pueblos. Funding of $750,000 has been allocated for local governments and tribal officials to tackle the severe impact of opioid use, high drug-overdose death rates, increased homelessness, and family instability. Local law enforcement agencies will utilize emergency funds for overtime and equipment. The tribal governor of Santa Clara Pueblo urged the state to address the serious public safety crisis linked to fentanyl and alcohol abuse in the community.
"The surge in criminal activity has contributed to increased homelessness, family instability and fatal drug overdoses, placing extraordinary strain on local governments and police departments that have requested immediate state assistance."
"Emergency funds will help local law enforcement agencies spend on overtime, equipment and coordinated police responses."
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