San Miguel County Sheriff's Office

San Miguel County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Agency

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office is proud to support the Special Olympic athletes of New Mexico. Today, members of...
05/29/2026

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office is proud to support the Special Olympic athletes of New Mexico. Today, members of law enforcement participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run in honor of the 2026 Special Olympics State Summer Games.

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office, 4th Judicial District Attorney’s Office, and San Miguel County Fire Department proudly served as “Guardians of the Flame,” biking 64 miles from Las Vegas to Santa Fe before joining the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office in running the torch 4 miles into the historic Santa Fe Plaza.

Two torches made their way into the Plaza today, with one proudly carried by the San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office alongside the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office.

We would like to wish all athletes participating in the 2026 Special Olympics State Summer Games in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the very best of luck. We also want to recognize our very own Las Vegas Roadrunners - SONM. Your hard work, dedication, and determination continue to inspire us all.

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest condolences to the Taos County Sheriff’s Office following the...
05/23/2026

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest condolences to the Taos County Sheriff’s Office following the tragic loss of one of their Sergeants today.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Sergeant Joseph Apodaca’s family, friends, and the entire TCSO community during this difficult time. We stand with you in mourning. We honor his service and his memory. 🖤💙🖤

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting increased DWI patrols and check points throughout the month of...
05/08/2026

The San Miguel County Sheriff’s Office will be conducting increased DWI patrols and check points throughout the month of May and would like to remind everyone to stay safe and to not drive impaired!

Deputies can be reached through our dispatch center at (505)425-6771 or 911 if there is an emergency.

San Miguel Drug Taskforce Release
05/08/2026

San Miguel Drug Taskforce Release

The San Miguel County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing individual, Tasha Romero...
05/05/2026

The San Miguel County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing individual, Tasha Romero.

TUSAS FIRE UPDATESunday, April 26 2026 10:00 AM
04/26/2026

TUSAS FIRE UPDATE

Sunday, April 26 2026 10:00 AM

TUSAS FIRE UPDATESaturday, April 25 2026 10:30 AM
04/25/2026

TUSAS FIRE UPDATE

Saturday, April 25 2026 10:30 AM

04/25/2026

TUSAS FIRE UPDATE

Friday, April 24 2026 7:30PM

The Tusas Fire was first reported on Wednesday, April 22 at approximately 4:00 P.M. near NM 266 at mile marker 2.5 just west of Sapello in San Miguel County.

Current Status:

Fire Cause: Unknown under investigation
Fire Size: Approx 233 acres
Containment: 39%
Personnel: The Northern New Mexico Type 3 Incident Management team

Highlights/ Evacuations/Road Closures:

Today, crews made good progress completing handline around the perimeter of the Tusas Fire, helping to raise containment to 39%. Fire acreage was reduced to 233 acres due to more accurate mapping.

NM 266 remains closed however; residents will be allowed to enter the area. Residents should take caution as personnel will be working and heavy equipment will be using the road. All previous evacuation statuses have been downgraded to Ready status. Those areas include NM 266 from CR A3 to HWY 94; HWY 94 to CR A4A.

Safety:

The primary objective for the Tusas Fire is firefighter and public safety. A Total Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place in the area to keep the area clear for responding aircraft. No drones or aircraft will be allowed to fly in the area.
Flying will force air resources to be grounded immediately. If you fly, they can’t.

Public Safety Information:

Residual smoke remains in communities near the fire. View an interactive smoke map at https://fire.airnow.gov/.
Learn more about smoke impacts at nmtracking.doh.nm.gov/environment/air/fireandsmoke.html. Please use caution when driving in the area.

Individuals with respiratory or other medical conditions should limit outdoor exposure if smoke is present.

Reporting & Emergency Contact:

* Report smoke or fire activity to Dispatch: 505-425-6771* Dial 911 for any life-threatening emergenciesResidents are encouraged to stay alert for updates and avoid any areas closed by New Mexico State Forestry or San Miguel County fire officials.

04/24/2026

TUSAS FIRE UPDATE

Friday, April 24 2026 12:30PM

The Tusas Fire was first reported on Wednesday, April 22 at approximately 4:00 P.M. near NM 266 at mile marker 2.5 just west of Sapello in San Miguel County.

Current Status:

Fire Cause: Unknown under investigation
Fire Size: Approx 251 acres
Containment: 0%
Personnel: The Northern New Mexico Type 3 Incident Management team

Highlights/ Evacuations/Road Closures:
Yesterday, fire crews used a bulldozer to construct new fireline and continued strengthening existing lines to
reduce the potential for spot fires within the Tusas Fire perimeter.

NM 266 remains closed however; residents will be allowed to enter the area. Residents should take caution as personnel will be working and heavy equipment will be using the road. All previous evacuation statuses have been downgraded to Ready status. Those areas include NM 266 from CR A3 to HWY 94; HWY 94 to CR A4A.

Safety:

The primary objective for the Tusas Fire is firefighter and public safety. A Total Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place in the area to keep the area clear for responding aircraft. No drones or aircraft will be allowed to fly in the area.
Flying will force air resources to be grounded immediately. If you fly, they can’t.

Public Safety Information:

Residual smoke remains in communities near the fire. View an interactive smoke map at https://fire.airnow.gov/.
Learn more about smoke impacts at nmtracking.doh.nm.gov/environment/air/fireandsmoke.html. Please use caution when driving in the area.

Individuals with respiratory or other medical conditions should limit outdoor exposure if smoke is present.

Reporting & Emergency Contact:

* Report smoke or fire activity to Dispatch: 505-425-6771* Dial 911 for any life-threatening emergenciesResidents are encouraged to stay alert for updates and avoid any areas closed by New Mexico State Forestry or San Miguel County fire officials.

04/23/2026

Thursday, April 23,2026 4:30 PM

Tusas Fire - San Miguel - Update

Crews are continuing fire suppression activities on the Tusas Fire, including utilization of direct tactics.

Fire acreage is 250 acres due to more accurate mapping and is zero percent contained.

Shelters: Abe Montoya Recreation Center, 1751 N Grand Ave., Las Vegas, is on standby as a shelter in case of evacuation changes.

Livestock: There is a livestock evacuation area at the San Miguel County Fairgrounds, Rodeo Ground Road Las Vegas , with trailer parking.

The Dispensas Fire, which burned near Las Vegas, was contained Wednesday, April 22 at 3 acres. All lines held overnight, and no heat has been detected.

Evacuations/Road Closures:

Evacuation Orders:
* GO (Evacuate Immediately):
Residents on NM 266 between mile markers 3–6
* SET (Be Prepared to Evacuate):
Residents on NM 266 from mile marker 3 to NM 94, and from NM 94 to A4A
* READY (Stay Alert):
Residents along County Road A4A

Several structures remain threatened but none have been impacted.

Road closures:
NM 266 remains closed from NM 94 to County Road A3.

Public Safety Information:

Residents are urged to take all necessary precautions and prepare for possible evacuations.

The public is asked to stay clear of the affected area to allow emergency personnel to operate safely.

Smoke may be visible in surrounding areas depending on wind conditions and fire activity.

Individuals with respiratory or other medical conditions should limit outdoor exposure if smoke is present.

Reporting & Emergency Contact:

* Report smoke or fire activity to Dispatch: 505-425-6771* Dial 911 for any life-threatening emergencies Residents are encouraged to stay alert for updates and avoid any areas closed by New Mexico State Forestry or San Miguel County fire officials

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1224 Railroad Avenue
Las Vegas, NM
87701

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(505) 425-7589

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