Sandoval County Commissioners requests ‘State of Emergency’ on border crisis [Video]

Video Above: Sandoval County commissioners unanimously approved a letter addressed to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for an ‘Urgent Appeal for Declaration of State of Emergency’ in regard to ‘fentanyl crisis, human smuggling and crime rates in New Mexico’ at its commission meeting on Wednesday, May 22. The letter reads, “New Mexico has become a hotspot for human smuggling with criminal organizations taking advantage of our border proximity. The porous border has allowed a significant influx of illegal migrants, often falling victim to exploitative practices of smuggling networks.”This not only poses risks to the well-being of the individuals involved but also strains our local law enforcement and resources. Human smuggling is a humanitarian crisis and if not addresses will forever be a stain on the history of this great state.” Stay up-to-date: The latest headlines from KOAT Action 7 NewsSandoval County Commissioner Jay Block said the letter is aimed toward creating …