The Mounted Patrol program of the Dona Ana County Sheriff's Department is intended to allow civilians of good moral character, and who otherwise meet the criteria set by the Sheriff, to volunteer their time in order to assist the Sheriff in fulfilling his duties.

Members of the Mounted Patrol are charged with the duty of conducting, and or assisting, in Search and Rescue/Recovery operations at the directions and approval of the Sheriff of Dona Ana County. Additionally, members of the Mounted Patrol may be called upon to assist the Sheriff in the discharge of his office by supplementing the Sheriff's Department Law Enforcement personnel.

This personnel alternative is not designed as a substitute for law enforcement officers in those positions requiring law enforcement authority, but rather it is intended to achieve the use of law enforcement officers in the appropriate configuration, supported by civilian staff.

For additional information, contact MP Captain: Robert Barnard robert@4barcompany.com

Primary Contacts for Search and Rescue Missions:

Mike Selves 575-635-6765, Brad Cooper 575-649-1712, Charlie Mabry 575-644-0733

Our team consists of approximately 20 members, all of whom are either SAR Field Certified or working on their certifications. We have members trained on ATV, horse teams, dogs (live tracking and cadaver) and ground teams available as well as base camp assistance. The team owns a Communications/Equipment trailer that can be made available which includes radios with SAR frequencies and HAM radios/operators and a computer and copier/printer.

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