Yuma Sector’s Immigration Checkpoints Thwart 6th Smuggling Attempt Last Week

Yuma, Arizona - Yuma Sector Border Patrol agents working at the Interstate 8 Immigration Checkpoint arrested two Mesa women Thursday evening, after finding them in possession of more than 50 pounds of methamphetamine. This was the sixth smuggling event disrupted by Border Patrol agents last week.

Victims’ Rights Committee Celebrates National Day of Remembrance for Homicide Victims in Yuma County

Yuma, Arizona - September 25, 2018 marks the 11th annual National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.  The first National Day of Remembrance took place on September 25, 2007.  The purpose was to honor the memories of murder victims across the country and recognize the impact homicide can have on surviving family members, friends and loved ones.  This theme holds true today.

Yuma Police Officers Arrest Dangerous Suspect

Yuma, Arizona - Wednesday, at approximately 5:57 p.m., a Yuma Police Department Officer made contact with Gilbert Gallegos in the 200 block of S. 9th Avenue.  When asked to give his name, Gallegos gave a false name. When the officer asked about his identity a second time, Gallegos threw a cell phone at the officer striking him and ran.  The officer gave chase and caught up with Gallegos, who began physically fighting with the officer.

Armed Robbery W. Westridge Drive

Yuma, Arizona - On Friday, at approximately 5:10 a.m., Yuma Police Officers responded to the 900 Block W. Westridge Drive in reference to an Armed Robbery.

AWC offers “one-stop” Career and Major Exploration Day

Yuma, Arizona - Arizona Western College’s Career and Major Exploration Day will be held on Friday, September 28, for those looking to learn about what degrees, programs, and services the college has to offer.