crime
Carson City arrests: Man booked into jail for felony burglary warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 02/04/2020 - 11:10amA 28-year-old man was booked Monday into Carson City Jail for two felony warrants alleging burglary, one count grand larceny, and misdemeanor obtaining money under false pretenses, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City arrests: Woman found sleeping in vehicle reported stolen
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 02/03/2020 - 10:30amA 35-year-old woman was arrested Sunday for suspicion of possession of a stolen vehicle, a Carson City sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City arrests: Woman jailed for DUI, stopped for going 50 mph in a 35 mph zone
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 02/02/2020 - 10:40amA 23-year-old Carson City woman was arrested for suspicion of DUI in the 2200 block of S Carson Street. According to the report, the sheriff made a traffic stop on a vehicle, which was going 50 mph in a 35 mph zone and called deputies to the scene.
Carson City man arrested for multiple violations of temporary protective order
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 02/01/2020 - 11:37amA 40-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Saturday morning for multiple violations of a temporary protective order.
On Friday evening, deputies were dispatched to a residence to meet with a victim stating the man had attempted to make entry into her residence.
Carson City's Crime-Scene cleanup service discusses the dignity of death, safety, and next steps
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/31/2020 - 3:00pmAfter driving public transport for half a decade, Tawny Barker knew she wanted some peace and quiet, and decided instead to apply to drive transport for a mortuary.
This started the process which has now led her to open Nobility Trauma Clean-Up LLC, which serves the tri-county regions of Carson City, Douglas County and Lyon County in crime scene cleanup, trauma cleanup, meth-lab decontamination, hoarding, and more.
Carson City man and woman arrested for marijuana-related crimes
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/31/2020 - 10:30amA 21-year-old Carson City man and an 18-year-old Carson City woman were arrested in the 1600 block of Airport Road for marijuana-related crimes.
Carson City deputies make multiple felony, misdemeanor warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/28/2020 - 10:54amA 36-year-old Reno man was booked into Carson City Jail for two felony warrants alleging grand larceny of a motor vehicle out of Carson City and being a fugitive from justice, issued out of Placer County, Calif.
Carson City Events and Happenings for Sunday, Jan. 26
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 9:09pmHappy Sunday, Carson City! Today we have a bunch of great events to round out this busy weekend! Check below to see what's going on!
Carson City man arrested for battery, obstruction following living room brawl
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 11:48amA 30-year-old Carson City man was arrested in the 3400 block of Harvard Way Friday evening for battery and obstructing after he allegedly fought with his wife's coworker in their living room.
According to the report, deputies were dispatched to the residence in report of a fight in progress. The reporting party was the man's wife and the other person in the fight was her co-worker, according to the report, and both were "highly intoxicated."
Carson City Events and Happenings for Saturday, Jan. 25
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/25/2020 - 1:19amHappy Saturday Carson City! There are a ton of great events in the region this weekend, it’ll be hard to choose which ones to attend! Music, food and fun await below. Check to see what’s happening for this weekend!
Saturday, January 25
Nevada Rural Housing Authority announces Weatherization Scam in Lyon County has been resolved
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 2:24pmOn January 23, 2020, the Nevada Rural Housing Authority reported a complaint about an identity theft attempt in Lyon County in relation to the NRHA Weatherization Program.
Lyon County announced on Friday that the issue has been resolved.
Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell delivers his last ‘State of the City’ address
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 1:16pmDuring the annual “State of the City” address Friday at Gold Dust West, Carson City’s Mayor Bob Crowell gave his last speech of its kind, as he is retiring at the end of this year.
The State of the City address is a way community members can be kept up to date on everything going on in our capital city, including achievements, challenges, and everything in between.
Updates included achievements such as the completion of the water pipeline from Douglas County to Carson City, the Complete Streets Project, Tesla’s grant for the Carson City School District, the first new park opening in 12 years, the opening of the Disc Golf course, and more.
Carson City deputies arrest men for possession of drugs, bottled mercury
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/24/2020 - 10:30amA 31-year-old Gardnerville man and a 29-year-old transient man were arrested in the area of the Goni Water Tower after deputies were alerted to a man in a vehicle next to the tower who appeared to be incapacitated and found they were allegedly using drugs and were in possession of several bottles of mercury.
Chinese New Year, Carson Comedy Club's military appreciation night, live music and more: Carson City region readies for weekend
Submitted by Isaiah Burrows on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 9:45pmHeading into the last weekend of January there’s a mountain of activities around the Carson City region over the next three days. Events include a Chinese New Year Celebration at the Nevada State Museum and the Children's Museum of Northern Nevada. The Carson Comedy Club hosts its first Military Appreciation Night on Friday at the Carson Nugget. Carson Valley’s 18th annual Eagles and AG Photo Contest will be underway and live music will keep the Silver State buzzing with excitement. Read on for more information.
Carson City deputies make DUI, felony and misdemeanor warrant arrests
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/23/2020 - 11:02amA 39-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Thursday in the area of West Winnie Lane and North Division for suspicion of DUI and speeding, a sheriff's deputy report said.
Scam in Lyon County prompts multi-county alert
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 7:31pmThe Nevada Rural Housing Authority has been notified of a scam that happened in Lyon County and is alerting people in surrounding areas — Carson City, Douglas, Storey, and Churchill counties — of the crime.
Carson City arrests: Man discovered at residence of recently deceased jailed for burglary
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 10:14amA 41-year-old man was arrested Jan. 19 in the 800 block of Sharrow Way for suspicion of burglary, a Carson City sheriff's report said.
New leadership roles assigned for Carson City School Board, approved calendar
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 11:57amCarson City arrests: Man allegedly runs over girlfriend with car, doesn't stop to render aid
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 01/21/2020 - 11:48amA 36-year-old man was arrested Sunday for parole and probation violation and could face additional charges following an incident in which his girlfriend was allegedly hit by his vehicle.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make warrant arrests
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Mon, 01/20/2020 - 9:57amA 27-year-old man who was about to be released from Carson City Jail custody was booked on a Lyon County warrant alleging principal to assault with a deadly weapon and injuring or tampering with a vehicle.
Carson City deputies arrest man for selling stolen phone for $70, held on $10,000 bail
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/18/2020 - 11:45amA 25-year-old Jackson, Missouri man was arrested in the 3100 block of N. Carson Street for felony grand larceny after allegedly stealing and selling a phone from a local hardware store.
According to the arrest, Kevin Deonte Nolan was arrested after deputies were dispatched to a local hardware store to follow up on an investigation regarding a stolen phone.
Carson City couple arrested following domestic battery involving knife, screw gun
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 11:08amA 28-year-old Carson City woman and a 30-year-old Carson City man were arrested Thursday morning. The woman was arrested for battery with a deadly weapon, possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription, domestic battery first offense, and obstructing an officer; the man was arrested for possession of a dangerous drug without a prescription, and a contempt of court warrant.
One dead after officer-involved shooting Thursday in Yerington
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 5:19pmAt approximately 1:39 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 16, 2020, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office dispatched deputies to the Cardon Lane area of Yerington after receiving a 911 call from a subject who said his neighbor had just come to his house brandishing a handgun and threatening him with it.
Carson City man jailed for allegedly pointing gun at roommate, stealing wallet and phone
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 01/16/2020 - 11:31amA Carson City man was arrested Wednesday for suspicion of robbery and assault with a deadly weapon, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
NHP, statewide law enforcement campaign cracks down on driving while using cell phones
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 12:15pmLaw enforcement agencies statewide are joining forces and focusing on distracted drivers now through Jan. 24, 2020. The Nevada Highway Patrol will be working diligently to urge motorists to keep their eyes on the road and put away cell phones or other items that cause distractions.
Carson City sheriff's deputies make arrests for probation violation, multiple warrants
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 01/15/2020 - 11:17amA 34-year-old man was arrested Tuesday in the area of Kings Canyon and Kingsview for suspicion of felony parole and probation violation, misdemeanor jaywalking and being an intoxicated pedestrian, a Carson City sheriff's report states.
Man accused in rash of business thefts charged with stealing $2K from Carson City casino
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 4:57pmA man who was arrested last week driving a stolen pickup used in a rash of business thefts between Carson City and Reno was booked Monday for allegedly stealing $2,000 from a local casino in December, a Carson City Sheriff's Office detective said.
Carson City Sheriff's Office 2019 stats: Crime rate in capital city lowest in 25 years
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 01/13/2020 - 11:08amWith 2019 now at a close and all of the final reports in for the period all the way through the New Year Eve celebrations, it’s time for a summary look back for everyone to see.
Carson City man jailed, allegedly pushes step-daughter into wall, slaps wife over poor grades
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 3:30pmA 56-year-old Carson City man was arrested for suspicion of domestic battery after an alleged physical confrontation regarding a teen's poor grades in school, a sheriff's deputy report states.
Carson City deputies arrest man for DUI after driving in wrong direction on freeway with a .345 BAC
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 01/11/2020 - 12:40pmA 30-year-old Reno man was arrested in the area of I-580 and College Parkway for DUI, driving with a revoked license, and driving left of center after driving on the wrong side of the freeway.
According to the report, deputies were dispatched to locate a vehicle reported to be driving on northbound in the southbound travel lanes near the I-580, Highway 50 off ramp.