Farmington Police Department - New Mexico

06/06/2026

Update 9:00 a.m: The area is now open. Thank You.

Update 8:00 a.m.: Officers are still on scene. Please continue to use alternative routes. Thank you.

Original post: Please be advised of police activity on the Broadway Bridge. The road is closed from Scott to McCormick School Rd.

It is an active scene. Please avoid this area until further notice. Follow this post for updates

06/05/2026

Over the past two weeks, the Farmington Police Department conducted a dedicated traffic enforcement task force focused on improving roadway safety throughout our community.

These results reflect the hard work of our officers and the additional resources we are committing to high-visibility enforcement operations. We will continue conducting traffic task forces and saturation patrols in areas where violations and safety concerns are identified.

Our goal is simple: to make our roads safer for everyone. Please slow down, buckle up, avoid distractions, and drive responsibly. We are working hard to keep our community safe, and we ask that you do your part by making safe choices behind the wheel.

Let's all work together to get everyone where they are going safely.

06/04/2026

Earlier this week, the Farmington Police Department was contacted by another law enforcement agency regarding an Arizona elderly man who had been reported missing and was the subject of an active Silver Alert. The man suffers from Alzheimer's disease and had significant medical concerns after leaving his residence earlier that morning.

During the search, a license plate reader (LPR) alert indicated the vehicle had entered Farmington. Working quickly, personnel in the Farmington Police Department's Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) reviewed the information and coordinated with officers in the field.

In less than 30 minutes of receiving the information from Arizona, officers from the Farmington Police Department and the Bloomfield Police Department located the vehicle, made contact with the driver, and confirmed the man was safe. He was then connected with the appropriate resources to facilitate his return to Arizona.

This incident highlights how technology can serve as a valuable tool for locating missing and vulnerable individuals. By providing timely information to officers, tools like these can help shorten search times, improve response efforts, and most importantly, help bring people home safely.

06/03/2026

More money, more opportunities! Lateral officers earn up to $38.79/hr, get a $29,100 lateral hiring bonus, and enjoy paid military leave, an education bonus, and a yearly boot allowance!

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06/03/2026

To celebrate the City of Farmington’s 125th Anniversary, FPD has special anniversary stickers available for the community!

Community members can stop by the Farmington Police Department to pick one up while supplies last. If you see an officer out in the community, feel free to ask if they have one available, as long as they are not on an active call.

This is our small way of celebrating 125 years of Farmington with the community we proudly serve!

06/02/2026

Where do you want to be in 5 years?

If you started your law enforcement career today, you’d already be 5 years into a 25-year retirement with the Farmington Police Department.

At FPD, you’ll find competitive pay, great benefits, specialty units, career growth, and the opportunity to make a real impact in your community.

Your future starts now. Learn more at www.joinfarmingtonpd.com

06/01/2026

Update 4:45 p.m.: The precautionary evacuation has been lifted. After further investigation, there was no danger to the public and the area has been reopened.

Original post: ⚠️ Traffic Advisory / Precautionary Evacuation ⚠️

Please be advised there is a precautionary evacuation measure currently in place near the NM Gas building on Elm Street.

Officers and emergency personnel are on scene working to ensure the safety of the area. Please avoid Elm Street and surrounding areas until further notice and use alternate routes if possible.

We will provide updates on this post as more information becomes available. Thank you for your cooperation.

06/01/2026

Rest in peace, Officer Ontiveros. You will always be remembered.

05/29/2026

Safety Share

Fact: Life jackets only work if you wear them!

Before you and your family get out on the water this year, grab a life jacket and "Wear It!" Nearly 83 percent of those who drown while boating were not wearing a life jacket.

Wearing a life jacket is one of the most effective and simple life-saving strategies for safe recreational boating. Boaters are required to have a U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jacket on board for every passenger on their vessel.

Juan County Office of Emergency Management

https://www.weather.gov/safety/safeboating-lifejackets

05/29/2026

The partnership between the Farmington Police Department and Red Apple Transit continues to make a strong impact across our community.

Since launching our enhanced safety efforts, many riders have shared that they feel more comfortable using public transportation, knowing that buses and key bus stops are equipped with cameras that are monitored in real time by FPD’s Real-Time Crime Center.

Officers continue proactive patrols at bus stops, and Park Rangers maintain a daily presence by riding transit routes throughout the day. Together, these efforts help provide added visibility, faster response to issues, and a safer experience for riders and staff alike.

We remain committed to working together to keep public transportation safe, welcoming, and reliable for everyone in Farmington.