LAS CRUCES - Fifteen people were charged in burglaries within the city limits in December, according to the Las Cruces Police Department.

Most of the suspects - 10 - were juveniles, while just five were adults.

Of the 15 arrests, seven were for residential burglaries, six were for non-residential burglaries and two arrests were for auto burglaries. The suspects face various charges including burglary, larceny, tampering with evidence and conspiracy.

The adults arrested were charged and booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center. The Juvenile Probation Office declined to authorize detention of any of the teenagers after their arrests, and all juveniles were released to their parents or guardians.

LCPD detectives continue to investigate other burglaries that were committed in December and believe that some of the recent arrestees may be suspects in those crimes as well.

The LCPD reminds burglary victims to immediately report the offense to police and refrain from disturbing the crime scene in order to preserve potential evidence. Residents also are reminded to keep a record of their valuables such as jewelry, electronics and firearms. A detailed record of such valuables - including applicable serial numbers or photos of the items - prove helpful in matching stolen goods with their rightful owner.


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