Roosevelt & Curry Counties, NM — A multi-month investigation by the New Mexico State Police (NMSP) Crime Suppression Bureau (CSB) has resulted in multiple arrests and the seizure of significant quantities of narcotics across Roosevelt and Curry counties. The operation, which ran from April through July 2025, targeted drug trafficking networks operating in the region.
Undercover Buys Lead to Arrests
According to NewsChannel 10, CSB agents conducted controlled purchases of illegal drugs and executed several search warrants with assistance from the NMSP Tactical Team. These efforts led to the arrest of multiple individuals:
- Roland Rodriguez — Arrested in Clovis after undercover meth purchases; 5.6 grams of meth and 45.6 grams of prescription pills seized. Charged with trafficking and possession of a controlled substance.
- Juan Martinez — Arrested in Portales after cocaine buy; 18.4 grams of cocaine and 1.6 grams of Xanax seized. Charged with trafficking and distribution.
- Magnolia Prince — Served with a felony warrant for five counts of trafficking while already in custody on unrelated charges.
- Michael Ruiz — Arrested on three counts of trafficking following multiple narcotics buys.
- Ruben Alfaro Jr. — Taken into custody in Clovis for one count of trafficking.
- Alonzo Munoz — Arrested in Portales for one count of trafficking.
Drugs and Contraband Seized
During the operation, agents confiscated:
- 141.7 grams of methamphetamine
- 430.9 grams of cocaine
- 88.2 grams of marijuana
- 67.1 grams of prescription pills
In addition, one person is pending trafficking charges and another faces potential possession charges, with both cases under review by the District Attorney’s Office.
Federal Case Opened
In a related but separate case, CSB agents purchased a large quantity of cocaine from a Clovis-area suspect. The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has adopted that case for federal prosecution.
Officials emphasize that these arrests are part of ongoing efforts to disrupt and dismantle drug trafficking organizations in eastern New Mexico.
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