Carson City Sheriff's Office to provide safe venue on Saturdays for buyers, sellers
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Volunteers in Police Service unit will begin offering a safe venue for the public to carry out private party sales transactions, beginning March 21, 2015. Volunteers will be on-hand at the Sheriff’s Office, 911 East Musser Street, on Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. to provide a safe environment for private party sales.
All too often, we hear of people getting hurt or are fearful of allowing strangers at their homes when buying items from internet sources or newspaper advertisements. As a result, sales are frequently carried out in parking lots or away from comfortable environments.
And, to add to the challenge, law enforcement frequently receives reports of scams that are intended solely on getting the buyers money. This service is designed to prevent losses and afford a strong sense of safety. When meeting at the Sheriff’s Office, we believe that we can help support protecting the public, identities, and valuables.
Appointments will not be necessary to access this service. Whether buying or selling items, all that has to be done is to arrange the meeting location to be at the Sheriff’s Office between 10 and 2. More than adequate parking areas are available.
It is our hopes that the public will take advantage of this service. Reducing risk, vulnerability, or unwanted contact is the Sheriff’s goal. For more information, please contact the Sheriff’s Volunteer Coordinator, Ken Smith, at 775-283-7810.