Bernalillo County officials have issued a warning about a possible data breach involving a third-party software provider used by the county. The concern centers on information related to permits or permit applications that may have been compromised, although the county stated it is not aware of any current breach affecting its own data.
The county advised residents to be alert for potential scam attempts connected to this issue. Officials urged the public to verify any correspondence directly with Bernalillo County and to use only contact information provided on the official website at www.bernco.gov.
In a statement, the county said: “While the county is unaware of any current county data breach, the concern is information related to permits or permit applications issued and received by the county could be compromised.”
The public can direct questions or concerns regarding this matter to accela@bernco.gov.
Bernalillo County covers 1,160 square miles and serves more than 676,000 residents in areas including Albuquerque, Los Ranchos, and Tijeras. Approximately 106,000 people live in unincorporated parts of the county. The local government employs around 2,800 individuals and manages an annual operating budget and other funds totaling over $1 billion. Elected officials include five commissioners as well as an assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff, and treasurer.
In related news about criminal justice in Bernalillo County, the District Attorney has expressed frustration over suspects violating GPS monitor rules and being released without proper monitoring. One recent case involved Jawid Yaqubi, who was accused of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon after allegedly firing a gun during a domestic dispute in Albuquerque. Despite efforts by the DA’s office to keep him in custody before trial, he was released by a judge.
