Detectives of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office are investigating the death of a woman who fell from a 14th floor balcony at the Horizon Casino in Stateline, NV. The body of the woman, later identified as 68 year-old Loretta Sangara of Placerville, Ca, was discovered by Horizon Casino Security Officers at approximately 10:00 am on […]
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detectives Division is seeking the assistance from the public after completing a preliminary investigation of a reported attempted armed robbery, which occurred in the Spanish Springs area on June 21, 2011 at approximately 10am. On the above date and approximate time, a 19 year old male was driving his vehicle […]
Minden, NV…The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help in locating 19 year-old Gerald Thomas Patrick Elliott III, aka: “JJ”. Elliott is wanted on a multiple count felony warrant issued out of the East Fork Justice Court. Elliott is believed to be hiding from law enforcement in order to avoid arrest and prosecution […]
Stateline, NV….With the 4th of July quickly approaching, Sheriff Ron Pierini and members of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office wish to take a moment to remind and educate our residents and guests that the possession and or discharge of fireworks in Douglas County is unlawful and will not be tolerated. Persons found in violation of […]
Washoe County Sheriff’s Deputies have been dispatched to several calls regarding door-to-door solicitation within Washoe County. Solicitors have been reported selling numerous items such as magazine subscriptions, household cleaners, and residential security systems. Some solicitors have been reported as being extremely aggressive. Some of these solicitors may have the necessary licensing and Sheriff’s Office work […]
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is warning local businesses about an emerging counterfeit check scheme involving emails and overseas transactions that is targeting law firms and real estate offices in the Reno area. “All Internet users need to be cautious when they receive unsolicited e-mails,” FBI Supervisory Senior Resident Agent Mike West said. “Law firms […]
Update: The Washoe County Medical Examiner’s Office has completed a formal identification and notification of next of kin. The deceased white female adult has been confirmed as being the missing/endangered Incline Village resident, Kelly McGinnis. This is an ongoing investigation and no foul play is suspected. A White Female Adult Was Found Deceased near Marlette […]
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Heidi Howe has received the national designation of Certified Jail Manager through the Jail Manager Certification Commission (JMCC), by authority of the American Jail Association (AJA). Lt. Howe is one of 357 jail professionals nationwide to have achieved this designation and the first in Northern Nevada. This certification has been […]
A coordinated response by emergency responders from several different agencies helped rescue an elderly woman from her burning home in the Dry Creek area of unincorporated Western Placer County. Units from Placer County Fire Department/Calfire, Roseville Fire Department, Sac Metro Fire and American Medical Response all responded on the first alarm in a successful example […]
Sacramento, CA…The Sacramento Police Department has arrested Ka Yang for the murder of her 6-week-old daughter, Mirabelle Thao-Lo. On March 17, 2011, at 2:19 p.m., officers responded to the 800 block of Rood Avenue regarding the death of a baby girl. Homicide Detectives and Crime Scene Investigators also responded to the scene and an investigation […]
