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From January through the end of April, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office responded to 133 domestic violence-related cases. Of those, 74 resulted in arrests. Every case is handled with the utmost care and attention because each case is unique. The totality of the circumstances

From January through the end of April, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office responded to 133 domestic violence-related cases. Of those, 74 resulted in arrests.

Every case is handled with the utmost care and attention because each case is unique. The totality of the circumstances
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At approximately 7:30 a.m., Washoe County Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that a wanted subject, later identified as Tim Wilson, was identified at a residence in the 5600 block of Duclercque Way in Sun Valley. Patrol deputies responded swiftly, safely removing all

At approximately 7:30 a.m., Washoe County Dispatch received a 911 call reporting that a wanted subject, later identified as Tim Wilson, was identified at a residence in the 5600 block of Duclercque Way in Sun Valley.

Patrol deputies responded swiftly, safely removing all
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May 14, 2025 — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a theft at the Nevada Humane Society, located off Longley Lane in Reno. On Monday, April 29, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a white adult male and

May 14, 2025 — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a theft at the Nevada Humane Society, located off Longley Lane in Reno.

On Monday, April 29, 2025, at approximately 3:15 p.m., a white adult male and
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On May 9, 2025, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Deputies observed 34-year-old Dustin Cottiero driving in the Sun Valley area. Deputies initiated a traffic stop, however, Cottiero failed to yield and eluded deputies. During the pursuit, Cottiero nearly struck two deputies and a

On May 9, 2025, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Deputies observed 34-year-old Dustin Cottiero driving in the Sun Valley area. Deputies initiated a traffic stop, however, Cottiero failed to yield and eluded deputies.

During the pursuit, Cottiero nearly struck two deputies and a
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Rescue in Remote Northern Washoe County On the afternoon of May 18, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) responded to a call for help from an elderly woman who became lost northwest of Gerlach after her GPS directed her into an extremely remote area. She

Rescue in Remote Northern Washoe County

On the afternoon of May 18, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue (SAR) responded to a call for help from an elderly woman who became lost northwest of Gerlach after her GPS directed her into an extremely remote area.

She
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Stolen Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Vehicle Recovered in Golden Valley WASHOE COUNTY, NV – On the morning of May 19, 2025, an unidentified suspect unlawfully took possession of a Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue vehicle. Nevada State Police initiated a pursuit; however, the pursuit was terminated

Stolen Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Vehicle Recovered in Golden Valley

WASHOE COUNTY, NV – On the morning of May 19, 2025, an unidentified suspect unlawfully took possession of a <a href="/TMFPD/">Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue</a> vehicle. <a href="/NVStatePolice/">Nevada State Police</a> initiated a pursuit; however, the pursuit was terminated
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Traffic Stop Leads to DUI Arrest and Recovery of Stolen Firearms During the evening of May 15, 2025, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Sun Valley for observed traffic violations. While stopped, the driver,

Traffic Stop Leads to DUI Arrest and Recovery of Stolen Firearms

During the evening of May 15, 2025, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office patrol deputies initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle in the area of Sun Valley for observed traffic violations.

While stopped, the driver,
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Statement from Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam on Capital Jewish Museum shooting: “The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest condolences to the Jewish community following the heartbreaking tragedy that unfolded last night in Washington, D.C. We stand in

Statement from Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam on Capital Jewish Museum shooting:

“The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office extends our deepest condolences to the Jewish community following the heartbreaking tragedy that unfolded last night in Washington, D.C.

We stand in
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Water Rescue Training + Holiday Weekend Boating Safety Ahead of this Memorial Day weekend, the Washoe County Sheriff's Office is reminding everyone to stay safe while enjoying Lake Tahoe. Our deputies recently completed water rescue training aboard Marine 9, preparing for

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Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Death in Sun Valley The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a death that occurred on May 25, 2025, in the area of the dirt extension of Chimney Road in Sun Valley. At approximately 1815 hours, Patrol deputies

Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Investigating Death in Sun Valley 

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a death that occurred on May 25, 2025, in the area of  the dirt extension of Chimney Road in Sun Valley.

At approximately 1815 hours, Patrol deputies
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ROAD CLOSURE – EASTLAKE BOULEVARD Please be advised that Eastlake Boulevard is currently closed between Guffey Drive and Side View Way. Deputies from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a hit and run traffic accident involving a bicyclist. Upon arrival,

ROAD CLOSURE – EASTLAKE BOULEVARD

Please be advised that Eastlake Boulevard is currently closed between Guffey Drive and Side View Way.

Deputies from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a hit and run traffic accident involving a bicyclist. Upon arrival,
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UPDATE – EASTLAKE BOULEVARD NOW OPEN The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) has completed its on-scene investigation regarding the earlier fatal incident involving a bicyclist. Eastlake Boulevard between Guffey Drive and Side View Way is

UPDATE – EASTLAKE BOULEVARD NOW OPEN

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Major Accident Investigation Team (M.A.I.T.) has completed its on-scene investigation regarding the earlier fatal incident involving a bicyclist.

Eastlake Boulevard between Guffey Drive and Side View Way is
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Washoe County, NV — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred last night on Eastlake Boulevard. On May 28, 2025, at approximately 9:00 pm, deputies responded to a report of a traffic collision involving a bicyclist on Eastlake

Washoe County, NV — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run incident that occurred last night on Eastlake Boulevard.

On May 28, 2025, at approximately 9:00 pm, deputies responded to a report of a traffic collision involving a bicyclist on Eastlake
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Suspect Identified and Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Eastlake Boulevard Washoe County, NV — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has identified and arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal hit-and-run that occurred earlier today on Eastlake Boulevard. Deputies responded

Suspect Identified and Arrested in Fatal Hit-and-Run on Eastlake Boulevard

Washoe County, NV — The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has identified and arrested a suspect in connection with the fatal hit-and-run that occurred earlier today on Eastlake Boulevard.

Deputies responded
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On May 31, 2025, deputies with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) arrested 32-year-old Stephan Sallaz, a wanted felon, following the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Sparks. At approximately 11:31 a.m., deputies responded to a report of Sallaz being seen at

On May 31, 2025, deputies with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) arrested 32-year-old Stephan Sallaz, a wanted felon, following the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Sparks.

At approximately 11:31 a.m., deputies responded to a report of Sallaz being seen at
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Today, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office remembers and honors Deputy Frank Minnie who lost his life in the line of duty on this day 28 years ago. Deputy Minnie served in the WCSO Motors unit for 10 years and was a treasured friend, partner, husband, and father. EOW June 1st,

Today, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office remembers and honors Deputy Frank Minnie who lost his life in the line of duty on this day 28 years ago. Deputy Minnie served in the WCSO Motors unit for 10 years and was a treasured friend, partner, husband, and father. EOW June 1st,
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34 DUI Arrests in May! Throughout May, deputies across the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Operations Division arrested 34 individuals for Driving Under the Influence of drugs and/or alcohol. These arrests ranged from first-time offenders to those facing their third DUI—and some

34 DUI Arrests in May!

Throughout May, deputies across the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Operations Division arrested 34 individuals for Driving Under the Influence of drugs and/or alcohol. These arrests ranged from first-time offenders to those facing their third DUI—and some