South Lake Tahoe Police Department
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.
South Tahoe Chamber of Commerce hosts discussion on bath salts and spice with SLTPD
Submitted by Editor on Mon, 01/09/2012 - 4:48pm
Bath salts and spice are two of the newest, dangerous substances that have been introduced into our community. It is important that we educate as many segments of the citizenry, professional, and business community as possible so that they can be aware of the danger signs, and be vigilant in helping law enforcement fight this in our town.
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...
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.
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.
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...
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...
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.
Crime-free training available
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 10:36amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Douglas County Sheriff's Office and South Lake Tahoe Police Department will offer a free Crime Free Multi-Housing Program training to local multi-family housing, manu...
Opinion: Police enforcement reduces accidents in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/14/2011 - 3:27amOver the summer, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department conducted a directed traffic enforcement program targeting violators in residential neighborhoods. ...www.laketahoenews.net/.../opinion-police-e...
4th victim in Carson City IHOP killing dies
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 09/07/2011 - 1:37amUpdate 3:45pm: Lt. David Stevenson of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department said his department was contacted earlier Tuesday to contact the brother of the Carson City IHOP shooter, but that the man ...
Classes about crime-free housing complexes
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/30/2011 - 2:07amCrime Free Multi-Housing Program is offering two free training classes with the support of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and Douglas County Sheriff's Office. Classes are Sept. 12 from 8am...
Crime-free program celebrates one year
Submitted by Anonymous on Fri, 08/26/2011 - 7:04pmSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Douglas County Sheriff's Office and South Lake Tahoe Police Department are celebrating the one year anniversary of partnering in their support of the Crime Free Multi-Hou...
2 people arrested in South Tahoe kidnapping of infant
Submitted by Anonymous on Tue, 08/16/2011 - 5:54amThe incident started in South Lake Tahoe and ended in Douglas County. On Aug. 13 at about 3:30pm the Douglas County sheriff's deputies were contacted by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and ...
