Reno, NV…The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, in partnership with the Washoe County Honorary Deputy Sheriffs Association and AT&T Pioneers, are excited to host the third annual Christmas in July Back-to-School Event Saturday, July 31, 2021, from 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at the Boys & Girls Club of Truckee Meadows. THIS EVENT IS FREE TO […]
Sacramento, CA…Governor Gavin Newsom today issued the following statement regarding the death of Imperial County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Anthony Redondo: “Jennifer and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Sheriff’s Deputy Anthony Redondo, who was tragically killed while serving the people of Imperial County. On behalf of all Californians, we offer our heartfelt condolences […]
Washington, DC…Good morning, I’m pleased to be joined by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, Associate Attorney General Vanita Gupta, and Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Kristen Clarke. I want to begin today, though, by expressing my condolences for the community in Surfside, Florida. I know how difficult it is for the families who have […]
Incline Village, NV…Update…Last night HASTY rescue divers found a man’s body submerged in Lake Tahoe off Chimney Beach. The man fits the description of Xavier Olivas, who crews searched for in excess of five hours. The official identification, cause and manner of death will be confirmed by the Medical Examiner. Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Search […]
Saint Paul, MN…Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison delivered the following statement (below as prepared for delivery) upon the sentencing of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin to a term of 22.5 years for his conviction on charges of second-degree unintentional murder, third-degree murder, and second-degree manslaughter in the May 25, 2020 death of George Floyd: […]
Washington, DC…Mariam Taha Thompson, 62, formerly of Rochester, Minnesota, was sentenced today to 23 years in prison for delivering classified national defense information to aid a foreign government. As part of her March 26 guilty plea, Thompson admitted that she believed that the classified national defense information that she was passing to a Lebanese national […]
Washington, DC…The Department of Justice announced it will launch five cross-jurisdictional firearms trafficking strike forces within the next 30 days to help reduce violent crime by addressing illegal gun trafficking in significant firearms trafficking corridors. Tomorrow, the Attorney General will discuss with the President, law enforcement officials, and local and community leaders, this initiative, which, […]
Sacramento, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta today announced his sponsorship of AB 488, legislation that would provide critical oversight of charitable fundraising on internet platforms. The bill, authored by Assemblywoman Jacqui Irwin and sponsored by Attorney General Bonta, would authorize the California Department of Justice to exercise supervision over charitable fundraising occurring on internet platforms […]
Oakland, CA…California Attorney General Rob Bonta today applauded the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Lange v. California, placing important safeguards on the circumstances in which police officers can enter a home without a warrant. While the Supreme Court has historically allowed warrantless entries whenever police are in “hot pursuit” of a suspected felon, today’s decision […]
Washington, DC…Good afternoon, Mr. President. It’s good to be here with you, and with local elected and community leaders, and with representatives of law enforcement. Protecting our communities from violent crime is a top priority for the Department of Justice and one of our most important responsibilities. I’m glad the President brought us together today […]
