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Tornillo Resident Arrested for Making False 911 Emergency Call

KVIA••Armando Ramirez
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Jose Vargas, a 52-year-old resident of Tornillo, was arrested by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office for allegedly making a false report of a stabbing. The incident occurred around 1:55 am on March 23, when deputies and emergency medical personnel were dispatched to the 19000 block of Tierra Drive. Upon arrival, officials determined that no stabbing had taken place. Vargas was located nearby and taken into custody without incident. He faces charges for False Report to Induce Emergency Response, with a bond set at $7,500. The Sheriff's Office emphasizes that such false reports can endanger the community by diverting resources from genuine emergencies.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on March 23 at 1:55 am • Location of the false report: 19000 block of Tierra Drive, Tornillo • Vargas's bond is set at $7,500 • Falsely reporting emergencies is a serious offense

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