The Taos Police Department released a condensed blotter covering calls made to Central Dispatch from October 21 through October 25, 2026. The incidents, all within the Town of Taos, illustrate the everyday challenges faced by residents and first responders.
October 21
12:03 a.m. – Disturbing the peace, Herdner Road: A caller reported a woman and a man arguing in an upstairs apartment with a small child present. Officers received no answer at the door, but lights flickered and children could be heard inside.
8:22 a.m. – Trespassing, Tolane Street: A man was found camping in a no‑trespassing area behind Taos Integrated School of the Arts. An officer woke the individual and escorted him from the property.
11:25 a.m. – Disturbing the peace, North Plaza: A man with blood on his face was heard yelling and demanding money outside a local art gallery. He headed toward Taos County Plaza; officers were unable to make contact.
October 22
2:27 a.m. – Wild animal, Dolan Street: A bear was discovered in a trash can in a front yard. The animal climbed a tree, and the homeowner helped chase it higher before it left the area.
10:01 a.m. – Criminal damage, Bent Street: An elderly man with a stroller allegedly broke expensive pots at a boutique and walked away. Police located the man outside a nearby grocery store; the caller expressed a desire to press charges.
10:47 a.m. – Harassment, Paseo del Pueblo Sur: A woman reported that her ex‑husband pursued her in an unmarked white Acura, yelling and pointing a gun. After he left, an officer escorted her safely to her destination and filed a report.
October 23
1:03 a.m. – Traffic accident with injury, Upper Ranchitos Road: A white truck was found wrecked in a ditch with blood on the airbag and console. No occupants were discovered; emergency personnel from the Taos Volunteer Fire Department confirmed no injuries and turned the scene over to New Mexico State Police.
8:44 a.m. – Trespassing, Paseo del Pueblo Sur: A homeless man was reported screaming and cursing outside a local fitness center. Officers warned him not to return, stating he would be taken into custody if he did.
12:17 p.m. – Stray animal, Paseo del Pueblo Norte: A collar‑less German shepherd was spotted at Red Willow Park. Police noted the dog had been seen in the area previously and likely belongs to a nearby resident.
October 24
2:34 a.m. – Suspicious circumstance, Camino de la Placita Road: A caller heard gunshots and a crash near a local retirement home. Officers patrolled the area but found no further evidence.
10:02 a.m. – Welfare check, Paseo del Pueblo Sur: A woman wrapped in a white sheet was found near dumpsters outside a restaurant. She told officers she was staying out of the rain and was otherwise unresponsive.
11:59 a.m. – Suspicious circumstance, Mariposa Place: A man was reported chasing cars on foot and asking drivers to roll down windows. When the man approached the caller, he reached into his pockets. Officers asked the individual to leave the property.
October 25
1:10 a.m. – Assault, Lovato Place: A man at the NEST shelter threatened to stab another individual and refused to leave. NEST staff called police; officers removed the threatening individual without any stabbings reported.
12:41 p.m. – Criminal damage, Roy Road: A driver reported a rock thrown at her vehicle while traveling with her mother, striking the side of the car and producing a loud bang. Police documented the incident.
3:09 p.m. – Lost property, Bent Street: A business owner reported a missing gun, suspecting an employee of theft. Officers attempted to meet the owner in the back parking lot but were unable to make contact after multiple calls.
Compiled by Olivia Lewis.
Original reporting: Taos News — read the source article.
