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Texas, New Mexico law enforcement agencies recruit amid nationwide shortage
By Nina Gallegos at KVIA ABC-7
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Local law enforcement agencies are looking to recruit amid a nationwide shortage. New Mexico State Police, Texas Police and Customs and Border Patrol will all attend a recruiting event at the Raddison Hotel near the El Paso International Airport until 2 p.m. Thursday.
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Key takeaway New Mexico State Police, Texas Police and Customs and Border Patrol will all attend a recruiting event at the Raddison Hotel near the El Paso International Airport until 2 p.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The recruitment efforts by local law enforcement agencies come at a critical time for the El Paso community, where public safety is a top concern. With a nationwide shortage of law enforcement personnel, El Paso's own safety needs are potentially at risk. The presence of multiple agencies, including New Mexico State Police, Texas Police, and Customs and Border Patrol, at the recruiting event suggests a coordinated effort to address this shortage. This event may attract not only local residents but also individuals from surrounding areas, highlighting the regional implications of the shortage. As the job fair takes place, it will be worth watching how these agencies tailor their recruitment strategies to appeal to El Paso's unique demographic and address the community's specific safety concerns. The success of this event could have a direct impact on the city's ability to maintain adequate public safety resources.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- Local law enforcement agencies are looking to recruit amid a nationwide shortage. New Mexico State Police, Texas Police and Customs and Border Patrol will all attend a recruiting event at the Raddison Hotel near the El Paso International Airport until 2 p.m. Thursday.
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