Carson City detectives seek check fraud suspect who fled residence leaving children behind
The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking the public’s assistance in locating a wanted check fraud suspect.
On Thursday, Nov. 15 2018, detectives were investigating a check fraud on the 2700 block of Menlo Drive in Carson City.
Suspect Debra Tridigo-Mendes jumped out of an apartment bedroom window and ran away, leaving her two children aged 8 and 5 without proper supervision. The children were released to the State of Nevada Child and Family Services.
Debra Tridigo-Mendes has two warrants from Carson City Justice Court for contempt of court.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Dispatch (775) 887-2677, Investigation Division, Detective Sam Hatley (775) 283-7852, Investigations Captain Brian Humphrey (775) 283-7850 or Secret Witness (775) 322-4900. Case # 2018-7411