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El Paso Man Arrested for Stalking with Drone Surveillance

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A 26-year-old man, Cristobal Gonzalez, was arrested in El Paso for allegedly using a drone to stalk a victim, as reported by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. The incident occurred on May 23 when deputies responded to a family violence call on Paseo Modesto Drive. The victim reported that Gonzalez had followed them home, damaged property, and created a fear for their safety due to previous incidents. Surveillance footage confirmed the use of a drone to monitor the victim's residence. Following a search warrant, authorities discovered the drone and its controller in Gonzalez's vehicle. He faces charges of stalking, theft, and trespassing, with a total bond set at $27,000.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on May 23, 2023. • Location of the call was 500 block of Paseo Modesto Drive. • Gonzalez was found at 13000 block of Powick Drive. • Total bond set at $27,000 for multiple charges.

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