"Alleged Scheme Involving APD DWI Officers Sparks FBI Investigation and Policy Changes"

A federal investigation into multiple Albuquerque police officers has been ongoing for a decade, with the alleged scheme involving DWI officers first coming to light in late 2022. The investigation has led to the dismissal of over 150 DWI cases, with at least five officers involved. The officers, including one named Officer A who was recognized as the 2023 MADD Officer of the Year for New Mexico, are among the highest-paid within APD. The investigation also involves attorneys, with FBI agents raiding an attorney's office. The scheme allegedly involved close relationships between officers and members of the criminal justice system, leading to the dismissal of cases when officers failed to appear in court.