The County Commissioners voted that Rodella must go, but he stays. It is a down right shame that the citizens of Rio Arriba County New Mexico have this mess on their hands! Governor Susana Martinez and Attorney General Gary King remain silent on this mess. Come on Governor Martinez and Attorney General King, be bold here, speak up for the people, speak up for what is right and wrong! Enough of playing political games with the citizens of Rio Arriba County. Let’s show some guts here! Rodella has been in hot water before, dating back to the days of Governor Bill Richardson. Rob Nikolewski of New Mexico Watchdog has this report: The controversy over embattled county sheriff Tommy Rodella has taken multiple turns in the space of less than two weeks. (Read more)
KOB TV has this update on the case against the Sheriff: Civil rights case against Sheriff Tommy Rodella widens dlvr.it/6nStTH
Also read Rob Nikolewski’s story here: Did you know you don’t have to prove any law enforcement expertise to become a county sheriff in New Mexico? (Read more)