That’s not the momentum we want heading into a busy spring in the courtroom.
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Dear Patriot,
New Mexico is making a name for itself, but not in a way you’d expect.
This year, in addition to the politically motivated prosecution of Officer
Brad Lunsford, there is yetanother New Mexico police officer being wrongfully
charged and this time it’s forfirst-degree murder.
An anti-police pattern is clearly emerging and corrupting New Mexico’s justice
system.
A dangerous pattern that will quickly lead to less policing and an increase in
violence and crime in communities.
Which is why I need to ask for your support today.
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Let me introduce you to Deputy Jacob Diaz, his fiancée (who is also a deputy),
and their 3-year-old son in the picture I’ve sent you.
Jacob is a three-year veteran of the Otero County Sheriff’s Office, and he
grew up in a law enforcement family proudly serving their community.
Now, he faces life in prison for doing his duty and following his training.
Patriot, this charge is shocking, and even ridiculous once you know the facts.
In June 2024, Deputy Jacob Diaz responded to a late-night report of a young
man walking in an intoxicated manner along the median of a busy highway.
When Diaz arrived on the scene, the individual repeatedly ignored his
instructions to stay back and show his hands.
Instead, the young man quickly walked towards the deputy and drew out what
appeared to be a firearm raising it shoulder high. In response, Deputy Diaz
followed his training and fired his weapon.
Even after falling to the ground, the individual continued to ignore the
officer’s order to remain still and started moving towards the perceived
firearm.
Once again, following his training and fearing for his life, Deputy Diaz
discharged his firearm and the individual was killed.
An administrative investigation on behalf of the New Mexico State Police was
completed and submitted –finding Deputy Diaz had followed his training and had
sufficient cause to stop the young man and defend himself after the perceived
threat to his life.
And because the investigation cleared him, Jacob was reinstated as an officer
on the force.
But out of the blue, an anti-police prosecutor charged Deputy Diaz with
first-degree murder.
You can imagine the absolute shock Jacob and his fiancée had when receiving
the news.
After four months of being cleared of any fault and being back on the force,
if convicted, he faces life in prison.
Tearing a 3-year-old little boy away from his father for the rest of his life.
Patriot, that’s something no child should have to endure.
But this isn’t the first time a good officer in New Mexico has been targeted
with a false charge. You will remember Soros-funded Attorney General Jose Garza
is trying to lock up Officer Brad Lunsford under phony charges of manslaughter.
These politically motivated attacks against our men and women in blue must
stop.
That’s why the Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund (LELDF) has committed to
supporting Deputy Diaz in his fight for justice.
As a faithful supporter of law enforcement, can I count on you to renew your
support and stand with Deputy Jacob Diaz?
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Your donation of $35 or more will help provide:
* Expert witnesses on use of force
* The best attorneys available
* And cover any other court expenses Deputy Diaz will be faced with
Because without your support, even if Jacob wins his trial, he and his loved
ones will be left with astronomical court fees and crippling debt.
Everyday our officers put their lives on the line when they go out to protect
our streets, just like Deputy Diaz did that night in June.
And if we don’t support them, what will happen to our communities?
We already know exactly what will happen – just look at the current state of
L.A.
Our country is once again being faced with a decision – will we be a nation
of law and order or a nation of lawlessness and disorder.
I pray that you continue to stand by our nation’s values and those who defend
them.
Sincerely,
Jason C. Johnson
President, Law Enforcement Legal Defense Fund
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More such officers who sacrifice so much for will face similar fates unless we
speak out and stand up for the brave men and women in blue. The next time you
see a police officer in your community, please thank them for their service. To
read more about our mission or the other Law Enforcement officers we're
defending, please visit www.leldf.org. And remember - Blue Lives Matter!
Join our sustaining members by making a monthly gift to LELDF today!
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