Las Cruces Man, 42, Booked on Felony Vehicle and Shoplifting Charges

Allegedly... Noel Calderon, 42, of Las Cruces, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on July 9, 2026. He faces felony charges for the unlawful taking of a motor vehicle and shoplifting property valued between $500 and $2,500. Calderon is currently being held without bond following his arrest at 1550 S. Valley Drive. Under New Mexico law, the unlawful taking of a motor vehicle involves the possession or operation of a vehicle without the owner's consent. The shoplifting charge indicates the alleged theft of merchandise totaling more than $500 but less than $2,500. A no-bond hold typically signifies that a defendant will remain in custody pending a pretrial detention hearing or further court order. The charges are allegations, and Calderon is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.