EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — A 37-year-old man was arrested for an outstanding warrant for deceptive trade practices, according to a news release by the El Paso County Constable’s Office for Precinct Three on Monday, March 23.
A constable deputy conducted a surveillance operation at a residence along the 1100 block of N. Cotton Street after receiving prior information that Justin Martinez, 37, had an outstanding criminal warrant for deceptive trade practice with prior convictions.
Justin Martinez. Photo courtesy of the El Paso County Constable’s Office for Precinct Three.
The warrant stems from an El Paso Police Department investigation in which a victim reported about $3,000 in financial loss.
During the surveillance operation, the constable deputy saw Martinez leave the area in a vehicle. Then, the vehicle was stopped during a traffic stop along the 2000 block of Bay Court. Constable deputies made contact with Martinez and confirmed the outstanding warrant.
Martinez was then taken into custody, without incident, and transported to the El Paso County Jail.
“The Fast Track Booking System was utilized, allowing for an expedited booking process. Martinez was processed and later released in accordance with the booking procedures,” read part of the news release.
Constable Hector Bernal said he encourages the use of the fast track booking system to help facilitate the booking procedure, reduce jail processing times and improve overall efficiency within the criminal justice system.
Anyone with information regarding individuals with outstanding warrants is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (915) 566-TIPS (8477) or the El Paso County Constable’s Office Precinct Three at (915) 273-3590. Tips may remain anonymous.
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