Fairacres Man, 58, Booked on Felony Drug Possession Charges

Allegedly... Rudy Acosta, a 58-year-old resident of Fairacres, was booked into the Doña Ana County Detention Center on Aug. 22, 2026. He faces two felony counts involving the possession of methamphetamine and other Schedule I-IV controlled substances. The arrest occurred at 825 Avenida de Mesilla, and Acosta was assigned booking number 2600006736 with no bond currently listed. In New Mexico, possession of methamphetamine is categorized as a felony offense, reflecting the state's strict regulation of controlled substances. The charges indicate that law enforcement encountered the individual within the jurisdiction of Doña Ana County, leading to his processing at the regional detention facility. A no-bond status typically signifies that the individual is being held until a preliminary appearance before a magistrate. The charges are allegations, and Acosta is presumed innocent unless and until a court finds otherwise.