Pair arrested for alleged drug trafficking in Douglas County

South Lake Tahoe and Gardnerville men were arrested in Douglas County on November 19, 2017 on suspicion of drug trafficking and related charges.

At 7:37 p.m., deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to the area of Raab Court for a report of a suspicious vehicle with occupants. Upon arrival to the area, a deputy observed a vehicle matching the description leaving the area and a traffic stop was initiated due to observed traffic violations. After a warrants check the passenger identified as Patrick MacRoberts, 45, from South Lake Tahoe, Calif. was arrested for two warrants.

After a search of the vehicle, the driver identified as Clinton Neely, 34 from Gardnerville, was arrested on charges of Trafficking in Methamphetamine (more than 28 grams), Possession of a Hypodermic Needle, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Driving without Tail Lights and No Driver’s License in Possession.

MacRoberts also was charged with Trafficking in Cocaine (more than 4 grams), Trafficking in Methamphetamine (more than 4 grams), Possession of Heroin, and Possession of Drug Paraphernalia. MacRoberts was on probation in El Dorado County and El Dorado County placed a probation violation hold on him.

DCSO said they appreciate the public's eyes and ears in the community, giving them a better chance of covering a large region as they cannot be everywhere.

"Safety is a community effort," DCSO said in a press release. "The public needs to participate. There are over 47,000 residents in Douglas County that assist DCSO in keeping Douglas County safe. DCSO appreciates that an observant resident saw a suspicious occupied vehicle and took the time to call it in.

If you see something suspicious, call it in (775)782-5126 or if you observe a crime occurring, call 911.