south lake tahoe police
Robber hits South Lake Tahoe Wells Fargo bank at Raley's; second robbery at same bank this year
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/29/2012 - 12:25pm
For the second time this year, the Wells Fargo Bank at South Lake Tahoe, located inside the Raley’s supermarket in the Heavenly Village Shopping Center, was robbed.
60-year-old arrested on suspicion of assault
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 03/28/2012 - 6:00amSouth Lake Tahoe police arrested a 60-year-old man March 20 on suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon after he allegedly attacked his roommate with a glass bottle.Timothy Lawson was arrested abo...
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day Safely This Year and Every Year
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 03/15/2012 - 1:11pmEverybody may be Irish on St. Patrick’s Day but nobody should drive drunk after celebrating Ireland’s patron saint this Saturday, March 17, 2012. The Avoid the 6 El Dorado County DUI Campaign will be deploying additional officers on overtime this weekend, supporting routine traffic and patrol officers and focusing on drinking driver hotspots. Police, sheriff and CHP officers will have a “zero tolerance” response toward impaired drivers who fail to use a designated sober driver.
Tahoe Valley school locked down briefly; distraught man inside home with gun surrenders to police
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 03/13/2012 - 11:08am
Tahoe Valley Elementary School was briefly locked down at around 10:30 a.m. after a report of a distraught man with a gun inside a home in the 800 block of Tahoe Island Drive.
The man walked out of a home, speaking on a phone, and was detained by South Lake Tahoe police and El Dorado County sheriff's deputies. According to police scanner traffic, Tahoe Valley school was locked down, briefly, as authorities circled the perimeter of the home, cutting off traffic in the area.
Pints for Paws beertasting event at Cork & More
Submitted by admin on Mon, 03/12/2012 - 8:25pm
Come to the Cork & more Thursday, March 15 at 5pm to support the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association. There will be beer tasting featuring beers from Bison Brewery & the catering department will be serving tasty mini-corned beef sliders, Irish soda bread and other Irish flavors for the season
Tickets are $15 and purchase in advance is recommended due to limited availability. For more information call the Cork & More at (530) 544-5253.
Authorities ask for help in locating family of twin elderly South Lake Tahoe sisters found dead
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 03/05/2012 - 5:52pm
The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help in locating family members of elderly twins, Patricia and Joan Miller, 73, who were found dead in their South Lake Tahoe home on February 26. The nature of their deaths hasn't been determined, however, foul play has been ruled out, said Sheriff's Lt. Bryan Golmitz. The cause and manner of death is still being investigated by El Dorado County Sheriff’s detectives and the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.
The Basic Speed Law Still Exists on US Highway 50
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 02/22/2012 - 2:30pmThe South Lake Tahoe Police Department desires to share some important information with our public about the raising of speed limit on US Highway 50 through the city limits. Based upon the latest Caltrans traffic and engineering study, the speed limit will increase by 5 mph from what is currently posted. However, until the new speed limit signs are posted along US Highway 50, the existing speed limit signs are currently not enforceable, per se. While we are in this transition, we strongly encourage our residents and visitors to continue following the currently posted speed limit signs.
In-town public sled hills disappear
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 02/13/2012 - 1:52pmThough it is off the radar, sledding will always have its place as an all-ages family activity. And though there are plenty of places to sled and tube around the city limits of South Lake Tahoe, the last of the remaining free places in town have dried up.
And not for a lack of snow, either. Two sled and tube hill favorites have been removed from the public after recent projects leveled some of the property to make way for expansions.
South Lake Tahoe authorities continue search for Wells Fargo bank robber who fled with cash
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/30/2012 - 12:30pm
Update 2PM: The Following is from South Lake Tahoe Police Department Lt. David Stevenson regarding the Wells Fargo bank robbery that happened late this morning.
Kudos & Kindness: Thank you for exciting youth luncheon
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 01/18/2012 - 6:00amThe South Lake Tahoe Police Activities League (PAL) would like to thank Michael Allen, Director of Skier Services, Heavenly Mountain Resorts and Dick and Nancy Gardner, Red Hut Cafe. Red Hut Caf...
Douglas authorities report 10 arrests in casino area
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 01/03/2012 - 8:55amNew Year's Eve at Lake Tahoe went off without many problems, Douglas County authorities report, with crowds down to around 30,000 within the Stateline casino areas. There were 10 arrests during the celebration and a DUI arrest outside the casino area, said DCSO Sgt. Jim Halsey.
Among the charges were disorderly conduct, trespassing, minor consuming alcohol, battery, domestic battery, battery on a peace officer and civil protective custody.
Noise complaints at SnowGlobe concert being addressed
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 5:51pm
The City of South Lake Tahoe Police Department has received complaints regarding the noise from the SnowGlobe Music Festival, which has tied up emergency phone lines. The police department needs all lines open for emergency calls only, especially during this New Year’s Eve weekend. City officials are notifying all local residents to keep the lines clear for emergency calls only.
SLTPD: Enjoy New Year's Eve festivities safely
Submitted by Editor on Fri, 12/30/2011 - 11:06amNew Years Eve is nearly here. In town is the three-day Snow Globe Music Festival that began Thursday and will run through Dec. 31. The festival will be held on the sports field adjacent to the Lake Tahoe Community College on Al Tahoe Boulevard. We encourage our locals and visitors who desire to venture outdoors on New Year’s Eve to enjoy the celebration there.
Douglas County authorities prepare for New Year's Eve revelry
Submitted by Editor on Tue, 12/27/2011 - 2:46pmThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is preparing itself for the upcoming New Years Eve celebration at Lake Tahoe, on Saturday, December 31st, 2011. Each year upwards of 50,000 celebrants ring in the New Year in the casino core area of Stateline, Nevada.
Phone scammers dialing South Tahoe numbers looking for cash ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/23/2011 - 1:56amA new twist on an old telephone scam has resulted in on South Shore resident being swindled out of $5000. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department says a number of these calls are coming into the commun...
Phone scammers dialing South Tahoe numbers looking for cash ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 12/22/2011 - 6:03pmA new twist on an old telephone scam has resulted in on South Shore resident being swindled out of $5000. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department says a ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../phone-scammers-dial...
Police announce initial results of winter DUI campaign
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 12:19pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police announced initial results from patrols for drunken drives this week.From Dec. 16-18 police arrested four people on suspicion of driving under the ...
4 DUI arrests in South Tahoe in 3 days
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 12/20/2011 - 4:41am18, South Lake Tahoe police officers arrested four individuals on charges of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In 2010, five DUI arrests occurred ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../4-dui-arre...
Driver arrested after crashing into motel
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 12:43pm
By South Lake Tahoe Police Department
On December 16th at 8:30 AM, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and South Lake Tahoe Fire Department responded to a traffic collision on Cedar Ave. When they arrived on scene, they found a white Toyota pickup had crashed into the back side of the Ski Haus Lodge located at 977 Park Ave. The Toyota stuck a natural gas main that was spewing gas into the lodge and the odor could be smelled a block away.
Winter holiday anti-DUI campaign in full swing
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 12/19/2011 - 12:06pmSgt. Shannon Laney / South Lake Tahoe Police Department
The Winter Holiday Anti-DUI crackdown has resulted in a significant number of DUI arrests from local routine traffic enforcement and special Avoid the 6 DUI deployments overnight in South Lake Tahoe.
From 12:01 AM Friday December 16, 2011 through Sunday night, December 18th, 2011 officers from the So Lake Tahoe Police Department have arrested 4 individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. In 2010 5 DUI arrests occurred during the same weekend.
Man arrested after gas-spewing crash
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 3:20pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police arrested a 26-year-old Colorado man Friday morning on suspicion of drunken driving after he allegedly ran into a hotel and broke a natural gas ...
Police: There are no holiday festivities in jail
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 12/16/2011 - 9:35amAs you celebrate the holiday season, enjoying traditions, food, family and fun, be reminded that South Lake Tahoe Police, Placerville Police, El Dorado County Sheriff and the CHP will be out in for...
Livestrong, American Century give $100,000 to South Lake Tahoe area nonprofits
Submitted by Editor on Sat, 12/10/2011 - 11:41amThe holiday arrived early for 27 South Lake Tahoe non-profit organizations Thursday, Dec. 8, as $100,000 in charitable contributions was distributed on behalf of LIVESTRONG® and the American Century Championship by the Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority.
“We’re fortunate to have the support from LIVESTRONG, NBC Sports and American Century Investments to assist to the local community,” said Carol Chaplin, executive director of the LTVA in a news release. “In addition to an outstanding event which attracts visitors, our 22-year partnership also helps local groups in need.”
Synthetic drugs becoming prevalent in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 11/18/2011 - 5:52amEpidemic is the word South Lake Tahoe police Officer Rebecca Inman used to describe bath salts and Spice. These are not substances to be used in the bathtub ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../synthetic-drug...
Police officer on leave during criminal investigation
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/17/2011 - 12:53pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A South Lake Tahoe police officer has been placed on paid administrative leave following the initiation of a federal criminal investigation, according to city officials.O...
South Tahoe Officer Poland under federal investigation
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 11/17/2011 - 12:41pmBy Kathryn Reed. South Lake Tahoe police Officer Johnny Poland turned in his badge and gun Nov. 15, with Wednesday being his first day on paid administrative leave. “He is under federal criminal inves...
South Tahoe Officer Poland under federal investigation
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/16/2011 - 9:34pmSouth Lake Tahoe police Officer Johnny Poland turned in his badge and gun Nov 15 with Wednesday being his first day on paid administrative leave ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../south-tahoe-officer-poland...
Secret Witness program key to closing cases
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/15/2011 - 3:33pm
More than five years after the parents of a slain South Lake Tahoe teenager asked local authorities for help in solving the 1980 murder of their son, the case remains active and some remain hopeful the case could be solved.
Information that surfaced two years ago about the murder of Richard Swanson turned the cold case into an active one, with retired FBI agent Jeff Rinek and South Lake Tahoe police investigator Chuck Owens continuing their search for the killers.
Autopsy provides no new details in local woman's death; investigation continues
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 11/14/2011 - 1:40pm
By Heather Gould
Investigators have no new leads in the case of a South Lake Tahoe woman whose remains were found in southern Washington state in early October. The cause of death remains undetermined after an autopsy was performed.
In July, 54-year-old Marie Hanson traveled with a neighbor to the Rainbow Gathering, a countercultural event emphasizing peace and love. She was last seen on July 7, then disappeared, leaving all her personal effects behind.
Man arrested for allegedly sending lewd photos to teen
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 6:12pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police arrested a 35-year-old man Monday on suspicion of sending inappropriate pictures to a teenage girl.Justin Fischer was arrested about 6:40 p.m. on ...
Police investigating suspected arson
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 11/01/2011 - 6:10pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police are investigating a Sunday night fire on the 2500 block of Chris Avenue as a suspected arson. When firefighters and police arrived, a 1989 Ford Mu...
South Tahoe officers on the prowl Halloween weekend
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/29/2011 - 9:28am“There isn't a Halloween costume clever enough to hide an impaired driver who's made the poor decision to get behind the wheel,” South Lake Tahoe police ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../south-taho...
4.8 temblor felt in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 5:32pmIt was an earthquake, not a burglar trying to get in — is what South Lake Tahoe police dispatchers told people Wednesday night. An earthquake measuring 4.8 struck 23 miles northwest of Truckee in Plum...
South Lake Tahoe reports on pot grow investigation progress
Submitted by Editor on Thu, 10/27/2011 - 4:57pm
By the City of South Lake Tahoe
In the first month of the City of South Lake Tahoe’s online Report a Grow program, the City has successfully investigated residential marijuana growing operations.
City offers prescription drug take back
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/26/2011 - 10:17amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Police Department in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public a chance to safely dispose of unused and unwanted pre...
UPDATE: Brother of IHOP killer jailed in South Lake Tahoe battery
Submitted by Editor on Sun, 10/23/2011 - 1:28pm
The brother of the Carson City man responsible for the a mass shooting at the IHOP last month was jailed Sunday morning in South Lake Tahoe on domestic battery charges. Here is the press release:
Domestic Battery Suspect Arrested
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Bus driver deserves his job
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 10:34amMy husband is a city bus driver here in town. A lot of you probably know him. His name is Mike. He is a big guy who loves his job and his riders.Last week the South Lake Tahoe Police Department den...
Man arrested for intending to steal burrito
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/21/2011 - 10:29amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police arrested a 57-year-old man on suspicion of burglary after he allegedly entered 7-Eleven with the intent to steal a burrito, said Lt. David Stevens...
S. Tahoe cops arrest man ordered to stop soliciting money for ...
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 2:13pmA Rolling Hills Estates man ordered recently to stop soliciting donations online for Hurricane Irene victims has been arrested in South Lake Tahoe, police said. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../s-tahoe-co...
South Lake Tahoe Applebee's hosts 'Tip-a-Cop' for Special Olympics
Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/19/2011 - 10:13amSeveral law enforcement officers from Northern Nevada and South Lake Tahoe will volunteer their time Thursday by participating in the annual Applebee’s “Tip-A-Cop” fundraiser benefiting Special Olympics Nevada. Officers and deputies will serve during the lunch and dinner-time hours shadowing the restaurant staff as honorary waiters and waitresses. A special envelope will be left at each table for those patrons wishing to donate.
Time to dispose of prescription drugs
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/17/2011 - 7:08pmOn Oct. 29 from 10am-2pm, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration will give the public another opportunity to ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../time-to-dispose-of-pre...
KUDOS & KINDNESS: Thanks to police for caring
Submitted by Anonymous on Thu, 10/13/2011 - 9:54amI would like to thank the South Lake Tahoe Police Department. At times I am walking my bike and they will pull over and see if I am OK. Or, I am riding late to get home and they will see if I am OK...
Remembering Fallen Soldier U.S. Army Spc. Garrett Fant
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 10/11/2011 - 5:14pm
Garrett Fant, the 21-year-old U.S. Army soldier who died Sept. 26, 2011 in Afghanistan, left a legacy South Lake Tahoe can be proud of, friends and family say. The young man, who attended South Tahoe High School and considered South Lake Tahoe his home, will be remembered for his personable nature and affable character. For as young as he was, he was a gentlemen and treated everyone around him with dignity and respect, including those he didn’t personally know.
South Lake Tahoe city budget fight looms large; layoffs eminent
Submitted by Li Terrell on Tue, 10/11/2011 - 4:46pmAs an early snowstorm descended on South Lake Tahoe the first week of October, the continuing winter of economic discontent looks bleak for the city’s budget woes and employees facing layoff. Seventeen positions are still on the chopping block. At least half of those positions are linked to street maintenance and snow removal operations. While negotiations between the bargaining units and the city continue to be held, there is a hint of an impasse — while the city functions on only an interim budget until the end of the month.
Police K-9 locates suicidal man
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 2:00pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police used one of the department's police dogs to find a man who had cut his wrists and fled into the forest last week.On Friday police responded to a r...
Pedestrian to be airlifted after being hit by vehicle on Lake Tahoe Boulevard
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 12:18pmCalStar air ambulance has responded to an accident this afternoon that involved a vehicle that hit a pedestrian in the 2700 block of Lake Tahoe Boulevard at around noon today.
South Lake Tahoe police and rescue have the westbound lane blocked at the scene of the accident, which involved a vehicle and a 49-year-old man. The accident happened across the street from Lake Tahoe Community Presbyterian Church.
The condition of the victim is unknown. CalStar was to land near the snow dump area.
Police looking for suspects in gas station robbery
Submitted by Anonymous on Mon, 10/10/2011 - 10:25amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe police are looking for two men suspected of robbing the USA Gas Station at gunpoint Saturday night.Two masked men walked into the gas station at 2470 ...
South Tahoe police explorers bring home hardware
Submitted by Anonymous on Sat, 10/08/2011 - 6:03amSouth Lake Tahoe police explorers brought home eight trophies from the Central Coast Law Enforcement Explorer Competition in Paso Robles. The explorer ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../south-tahoe-police-e...
SLTPD Explorers take eight of 15 trophies in competition
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 10/07/2011 - 11:08amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The South Lake Tahoe Police Explorers competed from Sept. 23-25 at the Central Coast Law Enforcement Explorer Competition in Paso Robles, Calif.The Explorer Scouts traine...
Fallen soldier U.S. Army Spc. Garrett Fant returns home
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 10/05/2011 - 11:35pm
A procession made up of several law enforcement agencies passed through South Lake Tahoe late Wednesday night to deliver the body of fallen soldier U.S. Army Spc. Garrett Fant, who was killed on Sept. 26 in Afghanistan.
