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The Las Cruces Police Department announced a town hall for Jan. 23 that will focus on crime statistics and possible legislative changes for the upcoming session.
The meeting is part of a regular series of police-hosted town halls but comes after Las Cruces Police Chief Jeremy Story advocated for changes to several policy areas.
“The legislative session is about to start, and there is hope that meaningful change can happen with our community’s help,” Story said in a news release announcing the meeting. “Waiting won’t work. It’s time to address crime, untreated mental illness and addiction.”
It’s not typical for police departments and their leaders to play the role of advocate, but Story has taken on that role following the killing of LCPD officer Jonah Hernandez in 2024.
Story has called for state officials to change state competency laws, pretrial detention laws, laws around felons in possession of guns and police recruitment and retention.
“The meeting will serve as an opportunity for residents to connect with LCPD officials, gain insight on the topics, ask questions and contribute to the ongoing efforts to help promote a safer community,” the news release said. “Las Cruces police encourage residents and business owners to attend and provide their feedback.”
The town hall meeting, which usually lasts two hours, will start at 6 p.m. at city hall in the Las Cruces City Council chambers.
