Police Group Seeks DOJ Probe of New Mexico AG Over Officer Prosecution

Washington, D.C. The National Police Association (NPA) is calling for a civil rights investigation by the Department of Justice (DOJ) into New Mexico Attorney General Ral Torrez. The NPA claims Torrez's decision to prosecute a police officer for a fatal shooting was a politically charged move.

The case in question involves an officer-involved shooting that resulted in a fatality. Details of the specific incident have not been widely released. The NPA argues that the prosecution is not based on evidence, but rather on political considerations. They believe Attorney General Torrez is pursuing the case to appease certain political factions within New Mexico.

We believe that this prosecution is politically motivated and represents a misuse of power, stated a spokesperson for the National Police Association. We urge the Department of Justice to thoroughly investigate this matter to ensure that the officers civil rights are protected and that justice is served fairly.

Attorney General Torrezs office has not yet issued a formal statement in response to the NPAs request. However, sources close to the Attorney General have indicated that the prosecution is based on a careful review of the evidence and a commitment to upholding the law. The DOJ has not yet indicated whether it will pursue the investigation requested by the NPA. The case is likely to attract significant attention as it raises questions about the role of politics in law enforcement and the potential for bias in the prosecution of police officers.