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3 officers shot in Sparks; suspect dead after traffic stop escalated into standoff

Three law enforcement officers in Northern Nevada were shot and wounded Friday, after a traffic stop in Sparks quickly escalated into an hourslong standoff that included several shootouts between officers and the suspect, police said.

Carson City Sheriff's Office investigating alleged sex trafficking

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office received information on February 10th of an alleged Sex Trafficking operation out of California that had arrived in the local area on February 9th. The original information alleged that approximately 9 persons were involved, including 3 males who were significantly armed. Due to the nature of the sex trafficking operation, the FBI’s Human Exploitation and Trafficking (HEAT) Task Force was immediately engaged to assist.

Fallon resident dies in Nov. 16 crash

A 24-year-old Fallon resident died during a Nov. 16 crash at the U.S. 50A at Fulkerson Road, according to Nevada State Police.

Idaho woman dies in I-80 crash in Churchill County

A 66-year-old Idaho woman died after an Oct. 29 crash on Interstate 80 in Churchill County.

Yerington men dead in Oct. 1 crash

Two Yerington men died on Oct. 1 in a crash on State Route 439 in Lyon County.

Dayton man arrested after barricading himself in garage

A 34-year-old Dayton man was arrested Thursday night after a standoff with Lyon County Deputies. Lyon County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies were dispatched to the 300 block of Sweetwater Circle in Dayton for a report of shots fired and a male subject armed with a rifle running from an apartment in the area around 4:20 p.m.

Eight people arrested in connection with Carson City shooting

Eight people have been arrested in connection with an Aug. 12 shooting, the Carson City Sheriff’s Office said Thursday.

Fallon woman dies in crash at US 50 and Coleman Road

A 79-year-old Fallon resident died on July 21 in a crash on US 50 and Coleman Road. At 1 p.m., the Nevada State Police responded to a crash, where the preliminary investigation indicates that a gold 2006 Toyota Avalon was traveling eastbound on US 50 west of Coleman Road. A gray 2022 Ram 2500 was traveling westbound on US 50 west of Coleman Road and a white 2016 Ford F-250 was traveling behind the gray Ram 2500.

61-year-old Ohio man dies in Churchill County crash

On July 14, 2023, at approximately 7:58 p.m. the Nevada State Police responded to a crash at the location of IR80 eastbound at mile marker 85, located in Churchill County. The preliminary investigation indicates that a 2017 black Harley-Davidson was traveling eastbound on IR80 near mile marker 85.

Carson City man dies in Washoe Valley crash

A 19-year-old Carson City man died on June 25 in a crash U.S. 395A and William Brent Road, in Washoe Valley. The preliminary investigation indicates that 2019 Infiniti Q60S sedan was traveling southbound on 395A south of William Brent Road, according to the Nevada State Police. The Infiniti began to leave the right side of the road before the driver corrected, steering left. The Infiniti rotated counterclockwise across the northbound travel lanes, continued into the shoulder, and struck a tree. The passenger of the vehicle, Angel Cruzaley Mendez, died in the crash.

Lyon County deputies investigating cockfighting in Silver Springs

On June 3, at 12:41 p.m., Lyon County Animal Services received an anonymous complaint in reference suspicious activity occurring at a residence on 10th Street, in Silver Springs, Nevada. According to the caller they were hearing a large commotion, specifically a large number of roosters "Crowing." Animal Services requested assistance from the Sheriff's Office.

Fernley middle school student arrested at school with handgun

A Fernley middle school student was arrested on Monday after allegedly brining a .45 caliber handgun to school.

Three juveniles in custody, one in critical condition, following Tuesday night shooting

Three juveniles are in custody, one juvenile remains in critical condition in Reno, and investigators believe drugs could be the motive in a Tuesday night shooting in east Carson City.

Fallon sexual assault suspect extradited from Mexico

On Jan. 20, the U.S. Marshals Service extradited Pascual Reyes-Muniz from Mexico City to Fallon. Reyes-Muniz was wanted for Sexual Assault of a Child Under 14 and Lewdness With a Child Under 14. The victim was 6 years old.

Investigation ongoing into death of two juveniles in UTV crash

Churchill County Sheriff Richard Hickox released this statement Monday afternoon: "The Churchill County Sheriff’s Office has received several inquiries from area Media sources regarding the tragic death of two juveniles and the events leading to those deaths over the weekend.

Motorcyclist in September fatal crash identified

Nevada State Police has released the name of the motorcyclist killed in a crash on Geiger Grade near mile marker 6 in Storey County on Sept. 24.

Man dies after rollover crash at College Parkway off-ramp

A man died Friday morning after a rollover crash on I-580 northbound at the College Parkway off-ramp. The crash was reported at 4:56 a.m.

2 sought for Silver Strike Casino robbery in Silver Springs

Lyon County Sheriff’s deputies are looking for two subjects involved in an early morning armed robbery of the the Silver Strike Casino in Silver Springs.

Two arrested in alleged knife fight in downtown Carson City

Two men were arrested Friday evening after deputies responded to the area of the Roundhouse Inn for a report of two men in a knife fight.

NSP releases report on killed Fallon pedestrian

The Nevada State Police has released its preliminary investigation on an automobile crash that killed a Fallon man on March 9.

Silver Springs man dies in Fallon crash

On Wednesday, Jan. 19, at approximately 9:57 p.m., Troopers with the Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol Division, responded to a single vehicle rollover on US-50 and Churchill County mile marker one in Fallon.

UPDATE: One dead after Carson City shooting on Christmas Eve

On Christmas Eve at 2:56 p.m., the Carson City Sheriff’s Office received reports of a shooting at an apartment complex at 20 College Parkway, in North Carson.

Carson City Schools closed today due to social media threats

Due to increasing concern surrounding social media threats circulating online, and in collaboration with the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, the Carson City School District will close all schools Friday, December 17, 2021.

Carson City Sheriff's Office busts theft ring

The Carson City Sheriff’s Office has made two arrests related to an extensive theft and stolen property ring.

Lyon County investigating human remains found in a burned car

The Lyon County Sheriff's Office is investigating human remains found in a burned out car on Sunday morning. According to a press release, at 8:42 a.m. deputies responded to an area on Gallagher Pass in Smith Valley where they found a burned out car and the remains.

Carson City agencies to hold 'active shooter' training Saturday

Carson City residents and visitors are encouraged to avoid the courthouse on Musser Street this Saturday, Oct. 9. City agencies including the Fire department, Sheriff’s office, Department of Alternative Sentencing, and Juvenile Services will be conducting a day-long “Active Shooter Response” training.

Two dead in crash in Dayton

The Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating the deaths of two drivers in a crash reported Wednesday night.The crash happened about 5:50 p.m. on Highway 50 west of Occidental in Dayton. Travel lanes were reopened about 8:50 p.m.

Man arrested for felony possession, says Carson City Sheriff’s Office

The following people were booked into the Carson City Jail. All are considered innocent until proven guilty in court. THURSDAY At 1:15 a.m., a 24-year-old Carson City man was arrested on suspicion of contempt of court after deputies initiated a traffic stop near Railroad Drive and Saliman Road. Bail was set at $227.

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