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Identity of 3 women sought after stolen checks from auto burglaries cashed in Carson City

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division in conjunction with detectives from the Reno Police Department, Sparks Police Department and the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office are seeking the public’s assistance identifying vehicle burglary and check fraud suspects.

Carson City arrests: Woman jailed for allegedly hitting boyfriend with frying pan

A 35-year-old Carson City woman was arrested Friday for suspicion of domestic battery after allegedly hitting her boyfriend with a frying pan, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City transient man arrested for felony warrant on attempted vehicle theft

A 44-year-old transient man was arrested early Friday morning at a Carson City casino for felony parole violation for allegedly attempting to possess or sell a stolen vehicle, and a contempt of court warrant.

Parole and probation fugitive turns himself into Carson City jail authorities

A 24-year-old man sought by Nevada Parole and Probation turned himself into Carson City jail authorities on Tuesday, according to the Nevada Department of Public Safety.

Events and happenings around Carson City for Wednesday, Oct. 3

Good day Carson City, it is Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018. For those counting, there's 83 days until Christmas. Among today's featured events are morning coffee with members of the Carson City Sheriff's Office, a brown bag book lunch with Tahoe's favorite mystery writer, a restaurant ribbon cutting at Gather restaurant, Ideas on Tap at Battle Born Social, live jazz and more.

Fall tea tickets available for Carson City Holiday with a Hero fundraiser

Event Date: 
October 14, 2018 - 1:00pm

Uniformed first responders will be serving up tea, food and holiday goodwill at the Carson City Elks Lodge Fall Tea on Sunday, Oct. 14. All proceeds from the tea will go toward providing a proper Christmas to children in need through the Holiday with a Hero program.

Carson City's Starbucks to host 'Coffee with a Cop Day' on Wednesday

Event Date: 
October 3, 2018 - 8:00am

In honor of National Coffee with a Cop Day, Carson City's local Starbucks will partner with the Carson City Sheriff's Office to host the event, where community members can come and meet their local law enforcement men and women.

Carson City Sheriff's SET arrest pair after finding drugs, needles in motel where child lives

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Special Enforcement Team arrested two Friday at a North Carson Street motel after finding drugs, needles and paraphernalia within reach of a small child who lived in the room with his mother, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Tahoe mystery author Todd Borg featured Wednesday at Nevada State Library in Carson City

Event Date: 
October 3, 2018 - 12:00pm

Tahoe author Todd Borg will be the featured guest Wednesday in Carson City at the Nevada State Library’s Brown Bag Book series. Borg is the author of 16 books in the Tahoe Mystery series, featuring Owen McKenna, a former homicide inspector from the San Francisco Police Department.

Carson City arrest report: Traffic stops lead to felony drug charges

A 44-year-old transient man was arrested Thursday afternoon in the area of Curry at Betts for possessing methamphetamine, after a routine traffic stop.

Carson City sheriff's crime log: Man gives false name, kicks deputy during arrest

A 20-year-old Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of felony providing false information to avoid prosecution, preventing or dissuading a victim from reporting a crime, and gross misdemeanor battery on an officer, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.

Fugitive known to frequent Carson City motels sought by Nevada law enforcement

The Nevada Parole and Probation Division of the Nevada Department of Public Safety is seeking the public’s assistance for information regarding the location of fugitive Javier Ruben Martinez who is known to frequent Carson City.

No locks at TJ’s Corral during sold-out 38 Special show

Friday night, just before the first days of fall, Carson Valley Inn Casino had added one last show to its summer concert series at TJ’s Corral. 38 Special came to our little Minden town to deliver all its hits in the sold-out venue.

Know Your Ballot Carson City: Question 4, Medical Equipment Tax Exemption

Question 4 is on the ballot this year for Nevadans to choose whether or not to include certain medical equipment to the sales tax exemption list, similar to Question 2.

Body of victim in apparent drowning recovered Monday at Lake Tahoe

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office Marine Unit 7 recovered a body from a depth of 1,062 feet in Lake Tahoe on Monday. The recovery was made while searching for a missing person, who reportedly drowned the week prior. The identity of the person has been withheld until the family has been notified.

Intoxicated Carson City man jailed after pushing firefighter, threatening deputy

A 25-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday evening in the 6900 block of Bigelow Drive for resisting a public officer, a misdemeanor, and battery on a firefighter, a gross misdemeanor, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Man busted after attempting to flush drugs down toilet

A 23 year-old Carson City man was arrested Friday night at 9:42 p.m. in the 500 block of N. Stewart Street on felony possession of heroin and attempting to destroy or conceal evidence, a gross misdemeanor offense, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

Nevada Department of Public Safety to hold hiring event Sept. 22 in Reno

Event Date: 
September 22, 2018 - 7:30am

The Nevada Department of Public Safety (DPS) will hold a hiring event in Reno Sept. 22 for candidates seeking a career in law enforcement and public safety.

Carson City arrests: Man with protection order for stalking found hiding in victim’s home

A 32-year-old Genoa man was arrested Wednesday, 2:45 a.m. at an Industrial Park Drive residence for gross misdemeanor suspicion of violation of a temporary protection court order, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson City man jailed, admits to entering and stealing from home while looking for lost dog

A 36-year-old Carson City man was arrested Sunday at an Adams Street residence for suspicion of residential burglary and a misdemeanor warrant, a sheriff’s deputy said.

Carson City 'Cops and Burgers' event Saturday to benefit Special Olympics Nevada

Event Date: 
September 8, 2018 - 9:00am

The second annual Carson City Cops and Burgers community event will take place this Saturday, Sept. 8, featuring a classic car show, a blood drive and police exhibits along with grilled favorites served by members of the Nevada Department of Corrections.

Nevada Lore Series: The murder of Julia Bulette, Virginia City’s beloved Madam and Firefighter

Juliette “Julia” Bulette was born in England in 1832 and quickly became the proprietor of the most lavish and prosperous brothel in Virginia City. She was beloved by all, and became an honorary member of the Virginia Engine Company Number 1 fire brigade.

Carson City deputies make arrests for obstructing, giving false name and warrants

A 71-year-old Mound House man was arrested late Monday for misdemeanor obstructing a police officer, driving with expired registration and basic speeding, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson City man arrested after calling police on man who 'kept giving him looks'

A 49-year-old Carson City man was arrested Thursday evening in the 1900 block of N. Fall Street on Tahoe Township traffic warrants after deputies responded to a call regarding possible threats.

Washoe Tribal police investigate reported stabbing on Boyle Street

The Carson City Fire Department and Washoe Tribal Police were called Thursday morning for a reported stabbing in the 3100 block of Boyle Street on Carson Colony tribal property.

Six jailed in Carson City sheriff's Special Enforcement Team drug bust

Six people were arrested Monday afternoon in the 3400 block of Sherman Lane after the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team conducted a series of drug busts.

Carson City deputies make arrests for third DUI, makeup throwing incident and battery

A 52-year-old South Lake Tahoe man was arrested in the area of North Curry and West Spear streets for felony suspicion of third DUI, driving on a revoked license, and following too close, a Carson City sheriff's deputy said.

Carson City Sheriff's arrest log: Bicyclist busted for felony drug possession

A 38 year-old Carson City woman was arrested early Saturday morning at 12:58 a.m. in the area of South Carson and Eighth streets on felony possession of methamphetamine and misdemeanor drug paraphernalia possession, a Carson City Sheriff's deputy reported.

Five arrested in Carson City SET vehicle drug bust

Five people were arrested in the area of N. Lompa and Highway 50 on Thursday afternoon after Carson City Sheriff's Office Deputies with the Special Enforcement Team located drugs for sale in their vehicle.

Things to do on Wednesday in Carson City

Event Date: 
August 15, 2018 (All day)

Let’s give this outdoors thing another try. Yesterday’s Jazz and beyond performances were moved indoors at the Brewery Arts Center when the rain hit, but I have more hope for today’s skies. Look for The Other Brothers Band this evening in the Comma Coffee Courtyard. Carson City BMX hosts practice and racing at the track in the Livermore Sports Complex; all ages are invited to participate, and one day memberships are available for those who’d like to try it out.

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