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University Police Services Donates to WNC Food & Hygiene Pantry

University Police Services, which provides a safer learning environment for Western Nevada College and other Nevada System of Higher Education institutions, has taken its service to students one step further.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in locating missing woman

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division is asking for assistance in locating a missing person, Tina Miller.

Carson City sheriff's SET arrests pair for alleged cocaine possession, other offenses

Two were arrested Tuesday for drug charges following a search warrant at a Sneddon Way residence, according to a Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team deputy report.

Carson City Sheriff's Office warns community of current Scams and Frauds

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office regularly receives complaints of scams and fraudulent activity.

This public nuisance and criminal empire provides a unique challenge.

Carson City detectives investigate human remains found along Flume Trail at Marlette Lake

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is investigating human remains that were discovered by bicycle riders Sunday at Marlette Lake.

Carson City sheriff's deputies make warrant, DUI arrests

A 22-year-old Carson City man was arrested early Tuesday for a misdemeanor failure to appear warrant, according to a sheriff's deputy booking report.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help identifying suspect in stolen credit card case

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division is asking for assistance in identifying an unknown suspect, alleged to have fraudulently used a stolen credit card.

Carson City Sheriff's Office reports 13 area sex offenders in noncompliance with registration

On September 10th, 2020 the Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division conducted a compliance check for sex offenders whom are required to register their current addresses with this Sheriff’s Office.

WNC hosts 9-11 events, Carson City and local church encourage visit to memorial at Mills Park

Event Date: 
September 11, 2020 (All day)

CARSON CITY — It’s been nearly two decades since the Islamic terrorist group al-Qaeda sinisterly carried out the single deadliest human terrorist attack ever by crashing hijacked passenger airplanes into the World Trade Center and Pentagon.

The King of Carson, Carson City's beloved resident celebrity deer, has died

For nearly 10 years the King of Carson, Carson City’s resident celebrity buck, has reigned supreme across the west side of Carson, collecting fans wherever he trod. But Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, we are sad to report the King has died.

Carson City sheriff's deputies arrest 3 for suspected gun-related assault offenses

Three were arrested Friday for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon and other alleged offenses following an incident involving a firearm that happened at a Woodside Drive residence and a shot fired into a sidewalk on South Curry Street, according to a Carson City sheriff's deputy booking report.

Sheriff Ken Furlong to address the Rotary Club of Carson City on Tuesday

Sheriff Ken Furlong will be the guest speaker at The Rotary Club of Carson City’s lunchtime meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 8. The public is invited to attend the event online via Zoom.

Nevada Guard to remember 2011 IHOP shooting victims Sunday with run, memorial plaque

Event Date: 
September 6, 2020 - 7:00am

The Nevada Guard is set to host its ninth annual memorial run/walk on Sunday, Sept. 6, to commemorate the victims of the International House of Pancakes shooting that occurred in 2011. The run/walk will start at what used to be the Carson City IHOP, 3883 S. Carson St., at 7 a.m. Sunday.

Carson City Sheriff's Office steps up DUI enforcement Labor Day weekend and beyond

The Carson City Sheriffs Office is joining forces with other Nevada Law Enforcement Agencies to stop drunk drivers and drivers under the influence of drugs. Officers will be out in force from Sept. 3-13, 2020.

Accidental gun misfire at BLM rally reported in Carson City Saturday, no arrests made

According to Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong, an accidental misfire of a rifle occurred today at around 5 p.m. in front of the Nevada State Legislature in Carson City following a Black Lives Matter rally.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in locating bicycle bandit

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is requesting assistance with identifying a grand larceny suspect. The suspect cut a lock and stole a bicycle from Dotty’s on East William Street.

Speeders on Carson City Sheriff's Office's radar as part of school zone campaign

One-third of fatal crashes nationwide involve speeding, a statistic that is prompting local law enforcement to crack down on speeders in Nevada. The Carson City Sheriffs Office is joining forces to increase high-visibility patrols from August 22, through Sept. 2, 2020, for motorists exceeding the speed limit.

Sheriff's Office investigates bones found near park in south Carson City

UPDATE 10:46AM: The bones discovered Monday evening in a south Carson City field near a park and housing development were determined to be the bones of cows, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong.
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The Carson City Sheriff's Office is investigating bones that were discovered Monday evening near Schulz Ranch Park in south Carson City.

Honor Guard lays wreath for Carson City Sheriff's Deputy Carl Howell, killed in the line of duty

This morning, Honor Guard laid the wreath in honor of Deputy Carl Howell, EOW August 15, 2015.

Carl was a true law enforcement professional by every measure and a friend to everyone he ever came in contact with.

Carson City Sheriff's Office, Nevada law enforcement join forces to enforce pedestrian safety

From August 10 through August 21, 2020, Carson City Sheriff's Office and law enforcement agencies statewide will be Joining Forces to heighten enforcement of the state’s pedestrian safety laws through the dedication of extra traffic patrol deputies.

Carson City sheriff's investigators ask for public's help identifying larceny suspect

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect in a larceny that happened late last month at Costco.

Carson City sheriff's SET makes arrests for alleged marijuana concentrate sales

Three people were arrested Saturday by the Carson City Sheriff's Office Special Enforcement Team, with two of the suspects alleged to be connected to a suspected marijuana concentrate sales operation.

Carson City sheriff's patrol vehicle clipped in vehicle pursuit, teen in custody

A 17-year-old juvenile male was taken into custody for suspicion of DUI and other offenses early Monday morning after a pursuit in which a patrol vehicle was clipped, a Carson City Sheriff's Office sergeant said.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in identifying man accused of check fraud

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigations Division is asking for assistance in identifying an unknown suspect, alleged to have forged checks and fraudulently cashed them.

Carson City Sheriff's Office investigates body of adult male found in field

UPDATE 11:04AM: At approximately 9:21 a.m., the Sheriff’s Office received an anonymous report of a dead body in a vacant field at the corner of Silver Sage Drive and Stafford Way in South Carson City. Patrol deputies responded to the area and located the body of an adult male near the center of the field, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong in a news release.

Carson City couple held for burglary after former roommate's checks, tax documents found

Two were arrested Friday for suspicion of burglary and other charges following an investigation into personal checks and tax documents that were stolen, a Carson City sheriff's report states.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in locating shooting suspects of home invasion

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in identifying three suspects involved with a shooting that had occurred yesterday morning in the area of Stanford Drive.

Carson City woman held after fetus of miscarried pregnancy found in freezer

UPDATE: According to an update news release from the Carson City Sheriff's Office, the woman was released from custody and has been cooperative with authorities. Further details will be provided pending the results of the autopsy report, according to the release.
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A 22-year-old Carson City woman is being held after she allegedly miscarried her pregnancy and put the fetus in a freezer, according to the Carson City Sheriff's Office.

Carson City Sheriff's Office investigates shooting, victim shot in hand, 3 suspects sought

UPDATE 5:11PM: The assailants are described as three males in their 20s. Two were wearing dark colored clothing and the other was in light colored clothing. All three suspects were described to be in hoodies and wearing face coverings.
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UPDATE 2:23PM: After 8 a.m. Thursday morning, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office was notified of a patient at the Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center Emergency Room with a gunshot to the hand.

At arrival, deputies were informed by the victim that three unknown persons forced their way into his home at the 1500 block of Stanford Drive and shot him. The unknown assailants fled immediately, and the victim transported himself to the hospital, said Carson City Sheriff Ken Furlong in a news release.

Carson City Sheriff's Office requests public's help in locating runaway teen

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division is asking for assistance in locating a runaway juvenile.

On July 10th, 2020, Anthony Arroyo was reported as a runaway. Anthony left for work on 07/08/10 and did not return home. He has ties to Carson City and Lyon County. Family believes he may be staying with friends. His whereabouts are unknown at this time.

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