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Advocates to End Domestic Violence’s Annual Taste of Downtown is one of Carson City’s largest events of the year, and this year, the masses showed up to support.

With dozens of food and drink booths along with several bands, Downtown Carson Street was transformed into a massive street party on Saturday evening.

According to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, over two thousand people were estimated to have attended.

UPDATE 10:30 p.m.: The package was empty and the Sheriff’s Office has cleared the scene. The park will be reopened during regular hours.

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The Lake Tahoe Bomb Squad was called to Carson City’s Sonoma Park Saturday evening on reports of a suspicious package found, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.

As of 8:30 p.m. the bomb squad was on route to the park, which has been closed. Residents are being asked to keep away from the park for safety reasons.

Updates to follow.

The 17th annual National Night Out, hosted by the National Association of Town Watch and the Carson City Sheriff's Office, will be held Tuesday, August 6, 2019 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Mills Park, Carson City, Nevada.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has continued to see an increased amount of phone scams. We want the public to remain vigilant and educated in these issues. Scammers are routinely calling people saying they have missed a court date, missed a jury summons, they have a warrant, or they owe fines.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office welcomed its newest deputy, Christopher Arrison, to its ranks yesterday in a swearing in ceremony held at the Sheriff’s Office in the Ormsby Room. Arrison previously served as a Lyon County deputy and was awarded the Superior Marksmanship Award in 2017.

An early Wednesday morning fire at a Brown Street apartment complex that destroyed four vehicles has been determined to be arson, said Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon.

Carson City Sheriff’s Office detectives and fire Investigators are on scene Wednesday morning at a Brown Street apartment where multiple vehicles were burned in a fire that is being considered as suspicious.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office Investigation Division is asking for the public's help in identifying a man captured in video stealing a package from the door step of a Carson City residence.

The man with slicked back hair worn "man bun" style is responsible for the July 5, 2019 theft of a kayak paddle from a Rocky Bluff Drive residence.

A 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the area of Siskiyou and Selby for suspicion of DUI, parking in a prohibited place, “driving on right half of highway,” and underage consumption of alcohol, a sheriff's office report states.

Independence Day is an exciting day to celebrate family, friends, and what matters most. It is important to cherish such holidays and create joyous moments, don’t let these moments become remorse. Please safely enjoy the holiday!

Fire danger is very high; the use of fireworks can have severe consequences.

MONDAY UPDATE: The incident has been updated to reflect the names and charges of those involved. See the report here.
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Westbound Highway 50 was closed briefly at Spooner Junction early Sunday evening after a report of a man with a rifle running on the roadway. Carson City Sheriff's Office deputies and the Nevada Highway Patrol arrested the man at gunpoint and recovered a rifle.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in attempting to locate three subjects wanted for robbery and extortion.

Two people were arrested early Wednesday morning for alleged possession of a controlled substance after methamphetamine was discovered following a traffic stop, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

A Carson City man wanted for felony warrants who evaded deputies following a traffic stop last week was taken into custody Saturday, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team arrest report.

UPDATE 7:39PM: A runaway, juvenile Christian Zarate, was found safe in Reno by the Carson City Sheriff's Office with the assistance of the Nevada Highway Patrol. Two other juveniles were also found with him and are in law enforcement custody.
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The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking the public’s help in finding a runaway juvenile teen male.

The Carson City Fire Department and the Carson City Sheriff's Office are competing Thursday in a blood drive to save lives.

The annual Battle of The Badges takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Ormsby Room of the Carson City Sheriff's Office Administration building, 911 East Musser.

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is expanding its Volunteers in Partnership program and is looking for local residents to assist and participate. Also known as VIPS, the sheriff's office is looking for volunteers to assist in citizen patrol, administrative support, front counter reception, and the jail visitation program.

The Sheriff's Office is also looking for a volunteer ordained minister with a confirmation letter from a parish to assist in chaplain duties.

UPDATE WEDNESDAY: The Carson City Sheriff’s Office announced that Bryce Kent and the outstanding Toyota Camry have been located. The juvenile and the vehicle were released back to his parents by Washoe County deputies.
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The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking the public for help locating a 17-year-old runaway juvenile who is believed to be in possession of a stolen car.

UPDATE WEDNESDAY: Based on tips from the public, the 13-year-old runaway juvenile was located late Tuesday evening in Carson City, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective.
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The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking the public’s assistance in locating a runaway juvenile female. Trinity Cole age 13, was last seen on June 8 in Carson City. Trinity is believed to still be in Carson City.

A 57-year-old Carson City man was arrested Monday morning in the area of North Roop and Hot Springs Road for battery, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

A 31-year-old Carson City man was arrested Saturday in the 2700 block of Sherman Lane for suspicion of possession of methamphetamine, a felony, and five misdemeanor offenses.

A two-month investigation by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team led to the arrest Saturday of a 61-year-old man on felony drug charges including trafficking, possession and sales of methamphetamine and fentanyl.

A 33-year-old Carson City man was arrested Tuesday for possession of a controlled substance and a violation of suspended sentence warrant, a sheriff's deputy said.

A 24-year-old man was arrested in the 1500 block of East William Street for suspicion of home invasion, attempted burglary, battery on an officer and other charges, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office report.

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking the public’s assistance in locating a runaway juvenile female. Goldie Consalvi, age 17, was last seen on May 1, 2019 in Carson City. Information received is that Goldie may be in Carson City or the Reno, Sparks area.

Due to anticipated cold, wet, windy weather conditions Carson City Sheriff’s Office regrets to inform the community of the cancellation of the Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party which was scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

UPDATE: This event has been canceled due to upcoming storms through the weekend. The following is from the Sheriff's Office: Due to anticipated cold, wet, windy weather conditions Carson City Sheriff’s Office regrets to inform the community of the cancellation of the Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party which was scheduled for Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. According to the National Weather Service a slight chance of showers and potential for wind is predicted. Unfavorable weather conditions may cause significant disruption in the planned outdoor activities. The event cannot be relocated indoors as accommodations are limited. Staff of the Carson City Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank those interested in attending and appreciates the community’s support.
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The 16th annual Cops and Kids Safe Streets Party, hosted by the Carson City Sheriff's Office, will be held Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sheriff’s Office administration building, 911 East Musser Street.

Public safety, awareness and community are at the center of this popular annual spring event where the theme is “Cops and Kids: Where the Community and Law Enforcement Come Together.”

A 24-year-old Carson City woman was arrested in the 700 block of College Parkway early Friday morning for possession of methamphetamine, possession of heroin, and possession of drug paraphernalia, a sheriff's deputy said.

A 38-year-old man was arrested Sunday, 10:53 a.m. in the area of Silver Sage and Briarwood Drive for misdemeanor suspicion of DUI drugs and driving with suspended registration, a sheriff's deputy said.

UPDATE 11:35 a.m.: Minden, Nevada- Update. Officer involved shooting.

The suspect in the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office officer involved shooting, 43 year old Oakland resident, Stefon Demar Jefferson has been charged with attempted murder of a police officer in addition to numerous additional felonies related to this investigation.