Douglas authorities investigate 2nd homicide in a week, body found Sunday in Gardnerville area
The Douglas County Sheriff's office reports Sunday night that it is investigating a homicide in the 900 block of Dresslerville Road near Gardnerville, the second homicide in a week.
On Sunday at approximately 1:20 p.m. Douglas County deputies responded to 943 Dresslerville Road for a report of a deceased person, said DCSO Undersheriff Paul Howell.
Initial investigation has resulted in this incident being classified as a homicide, said Howell. These initial observations have also led DCSO to suspect this may be related to the homicide that occurred on James Road on Jan. 9 or Jan. 10. In that homicide, the victim was identified as Connie Koontz, age 56, of Gardnerville.
DCSO has a heightened sense of concern for community safety and asks that all Douglas County residents lock their doors and windows, leave outside light illuminated during the hours of darkness, and ensure that all home security systems are functional. Please report any suspicious activity or noises immediately.
Douglas County Sheriff's Office has actively closed Dresslerville Road for an indefinite amount of time for the active investigation. Residents living on Dreslerville Road are being asked to show ID and will be escorted to their homes.
DCSO is increasing patrol activities throughout the county with an increased emphasis on the Gardnerville Ranchos.
DCSO will update this information at a press conference Monday morning, 9 a.m.