Tucumcari police report kennel clean-up, dog seizures and two promotions to corporal
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Summary
Police described a recent animal-control operation that led to euthanasia of dangerous animals, improvements to the municipal kennel after a deep clean, and introduced two newly promoted corporals; the department also outlined ongoing training and facility upgrades.
Tucumcari Police Department leadership updated the commission on recent animal-control activity, facility improvements and staffing changes.
The department said social media led officers to a pack of dogs that had been harassing neighborhoods. Officers executed a search warrant after observing seven dogs enter an unoccupied residence; six dogs were recovered and processed under city ordinance. The police chief said one animal-control officer was injured during processing and required ambulance transport. Three dogs — the chief said they were assessed as unsuitable for safe adoption — were euthanized following ordinance procedures.
Police said the kennel underwent a deep clean with help from the city’s YCC (Youth Conservation Crew) crew, and that improvements (painting, cleaning and repairs) have made the kennel more sanitary for animals and staff. The chief thanked the YCC team by name for their work.
The department said it has reorganized evidence handling and inventory, installed new training-room tables and plans to run cabling for surveillance systems, and has used recent budget authority to add a civilian position focused on records and evidence operations. The chief also described an emphasis on in-house instructor development and announced two new corporals: Tyler Davis and Ryan Vaughn. The new corporals will provide 24-hour supervisory coverage for shifts.
The department said it will continue increased enforcement in school zones now that the school year has started and invited commissioners to ride along to observe operations. No policy changes or formal votes were needed for the items reported.
