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  • The El Paso County Sheriff's Office STRIKE TEAM was designed to be a direct response to patterns of unlawful activity, with the intent to reduce crime County wide.
  • The Team works both in plain-clothes and in uniform. The unit's primary function is to identify crime trends and implement a plan to investigate, deter and cease the targeted criminal activity. The unit will conduct sting operations, intelligence gathering, surveillance, and will take a proactive enforcement of the State laws. The Team will work with community members, other law enforcement agencies and non governmental organizations to combat crime and make our community safer.
  • Due to operational security the number of Deputies assigned to the unit and the hours of operation will not be revealed.  
  • HISTORY: In February 2009, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office assembled & launched a High Intensity Specialized Unit focused on reducing crime in targeted areas in our community.
  • The STRIKE TEAM consists of Sheriff Deputies from the Patrol Division & other various sections within the Office. The selection process consisted of experienced Deputies who had notable work achievements, certifications & had to go through an interview process for consideration.
  • The El Paso County Sheriff's Office STRIKE TEAM recognizes that assistance from the public is the key element in apprehending fugitives, clearing unsolved cases & reporting criminal activity. The STRIKE TEAM is asking help from the community in reporting any suspicion of criminal or narcotic activity. Working together, the Community & Law Enforcement will help prevent or hinder criminal activity in our neighborhoods.
  • If anyone suspects or knows of ongoing criminal or narcotic activity in your neighborhoods, the Sheriff's Office is urging you to contact the STRIKE TEAM.
  • Contact Information: Sergeant Jose L. Hernandez Strike Team Supervisor (915) 538- 2099
  • Submit crime tips to the STRIKE TEAM @ SOStrikeTeam@epcounty.com
  • STRIKE TEAM SPECIALIZES IN THE FOLLOWING: 
    1. Burglary
    1. Environmental Crimes
    1. Underage Drinking
    1. Graffiti
    1. Fugitive/Warrant Round Up
    1. Criminal Interdiction
    1. Auto Theft
    1. Drunk Driving Enforcement/DWI
    1. Street level narcotic activity
    1. Gang Suppression
    1. Animal Related Offenses
    1. other illegal activity
 
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