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Traffic operation nets 72 citations on Solano Drive

Las Cruces police issued 72 citations during a one-hour Solano Drive traffic operation, including speeding, no registration and no proof of insurance.

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Traffic operation nets 72 citations on Solano Drive
(Courtesy photo / Las Cruces Police Department)

LCPD says one-hour Thursday enforcement targeted speed, registration and insurance violations.

Organ Mountain News report

LAS CRUCES - The Las Cruces Police Department’s Traffic Unit issued 72 citations in a one-hour enforcement operation Thursday morning along north Solano Drive.

Breakdown of citations

  • 21 for speeding
  • 21 for no registration
  • 9 for no proof of insurance
  • 8 for no driver’s license
  • 7 for using a cell phone while driving
  • 3 for not wearing a seat belt
  • 3 for other traffic infractions

LCPD said the operation began at 8 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025, and lasted about an hour. Similar enforcement efforts are expected in the coming weeks.

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