LAPD NEWS RELEASE

Los Alamos Police Chief Dino Sgambellone has released the 2026 second-quarter NIBRS
statistics (National Incident-Based Reporting System), recording 105 Group A Offenses in the first half of the year compared to 95 during the same period in 2025.Theft, fraud, and simple assault continue to account for 75% of all reports.

Personal Safety Recommendations

• Identify Scams: Be skeptical of requests for money, gift cards, or cryptocurrency
  that demand immediate action.
• Prevent AI Cloning: Establish a family code word to verify the identity of loved
  ones during suspicious calls.
• Verify Contacts: Never use phone numbers provided by unsolicited callers. Hang
  up and dial the official number found on a trusted website or the back of your bank
  card.
• Secure Accounts: Protect your digital data by using strong passwords and MultiFactor Authentication (MFA).
• Avoid Simple Assault: Avoid volatile situations entirely when practical. If not,
  utilize active bystander intervention, practice de-escalation techniques, and
  establish clear boundaries.
  If you receive a suspicious call, email, or encounter a volatile situation, you can contact
  the Los Alamos Police Department directly at 505-662-8222.