South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Juvenile arrested after allegedly making threats at South Tahoe Middle School
Submitted by paula on Fri, 03/09/2018 - 6:19pm
A South Tahoe Middle School student was arrested after allegedly making threats to bring a gun to the school's dance Friday night and harm students.
Officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) made contact with the young man at his home. The residence was searched and at this time it is believed that he did not have access to any firearms.
Due to the nature of the threats, and the number of other students who were placed in fear by them, the male juvenile was arrested and booked into the El Dorado County Juvenile Treatment Center on Criminal Threats, a felony.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 03/04/2018 - 11:34pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
2/21
2:44 p.m. - Petty Theft - Kickapoo St - DEPUTIES RESPONDED FOR THE REPORT OF A SCAM WHERE THE VICTIM LOST MONEY.
2/22
LTCC planned drill prompts elementary school to go on lock down
Submitted by paula on Wed, 02/28/2018 - 8:28pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - A planned emergency drill at Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Wednesday prompted an emergency lock down at Tahoe Valley Elementary School.
At 2:00 p.m. on February 28, a planned automated alert was sent out by LTCC. On campus there was an announcement sent out over loud speakers, telling students there was a lockdown drill. Part of the on campus drill is to send out a robocall.
Body found in South Lake Tahoe; Police investigating
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/25/2018 - 10:54am
6:00 p.m. 2/26/18: The man who was found dead on the side of Emerald Bay Road in South Lake Tahoe has been identified as local resident Douglas Knapp.
The El Dorado County coroner's office said they will be doing an autopsy and at this time they do not have a cause of death for the 55-year-old man.
There is no indication of foul play or that Knapp was hit by a vehicle, according to South Lake Tahoe Police.
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The body of a middle-aged man was found in South Lake Tahoe Sunday morning.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 02/19/2018 - 1:31pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 643 calls for the 23 days between January 16 - February 7, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
1/16
Driving on a suspended/revoked license in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Petty Theft in the 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless at Lake Tahoe Blvd & Herbert Ave
1/17
Transient/Homeless in the 1800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
1/18
Warrant in the 1000 block of Shepherds Dr
Pedestrian transported to hospital after being hit in Tahoe Keys intersection
Submitted by paula on Thu, 02/15/2018 - 6:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - An early morning collision at the intersection of Venice Drive and Tahoe Keys Boulevard sent one to the hospital.
At 7:50 a.m. Thursday, February 15, a 16-year-old unlicensed driver hit a 94-year-old male pedestrian at the intersection of the two streets.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, JPA ambulance and South Lake Tahoe Police Department all responded.
The pedestrian was transported to Barton Hospital with a head injury.
According to SLTPD Lt. Shannon Laney, the driver is at fault.
Fatal fire in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/11/2018 - 4:35pm
4:15 p.m. 2/12/18 update: Family members say the man who died in Sunday's house fire is Dean Eastin. His former sister-in-law Mimi Bertrand told South Tahoe Now that it was Dean who died. His two adult children, Lori and Gregory, moved from South Lake Tahoe and now live in Grants Pass, Oregon.
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8:00 p.m. update: The cause of the deadly fire in South Lake Tahoe today was the result of smoking materials on a couch. The deceased is a 58-year-old male. There is an ongoing investigation by the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Police departments. No name has been released.
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Two injured in South Lake Tahoe collision
Submitted by paula on Sat, 02/10/2018 - 7:42pm
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) had to use extrication equipment Friday after two vehicles collided at the intersection of 4th Street and South Avenue, sending two to the hospital.
At 4:35 p.m., both SLTFR and South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to the crash. A two-year-old had been sitting on the lap of the passenger in the red car show in the photos. While the driver and toddler were able to get out, the passenger had to be cut out, the safer of the options available according to SLTFR Battalion Chief Tim Spencer.
Human trafficking: Awareness and education are key to ending it
Submitted by paula on Sun, 02/04/2018 - 8:38pm
Human Trafficking is the trade of humans for the purpose of forced labor, sexual slavery, or commercial sexual exploitation for the trafficker or others; a modern day form of slavery. It is a multi-billion dollar criminal industry that denies freedom to 20.9 million people around the world
And its happening outside our door.
Murder in the Mountains
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/30/2018 - 11:54pm
It is a story about drugs.
It is a story about money.
It is a story about murder.
And it is a story about justice.
South Lake Tahoe man sentenced to 183-years to life for brutal attack
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/30/2018 - 12:17pm
A former motel maintenance worker at a South Lake Tahoe motel has been sentenced to 183 years to life for the brutal sexual assault of a 22-year-old Macedonian exchange student in 2015.
Manuel Ovidio Ramos-Munoz was found guilty in November, 2017 on seven felony counts, including kidnapping for the purpose of committing a sexual assault, as well as six additional counts and numerous special allegations relating to the subsequent sexual assault of the victim.
Transient arrested after man stabbed at South Lake Tahoe bus stop
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/27/2018 - 11:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF -A transient man is behind bars this evening after allegedly stabbing a 27-year-old man at the South Y Transit center.
At 5:33 p.m. Saturday, officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to a call of a stabbing at the corner of Lake Tahoe Blvd and Emerald Bay Road.
Upon arrival they found Kiefer Chriss, 57, being held down on the ground by some Good Samaritans and a 27-year-old male stabbing victim.
LTUSD warns South Lake Tahoe residents of tutoring scam
Submitted by paula on Thu, 01/25/2018 - 6:53pm
Officials from the Lake Tahoe Unified School District (LTUSD) are warning residents that an individual or company is making phone calls and/or going to homes in our area and offering tutoring services.
The fake tutors are telling families that their child's school sent them. In return for the services they are asking for credit card numbers or cash.
According to the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, a woman by the name of Marycarmen Estrada has contacted at least one local family to provide tutoring services.
Domestic violence suspect apprehended after hours-long standoff
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/23/2018 - 10:51am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - A violation of a restraining order in South Lake Tahoe Monday afternoon led to an hours-long standoff, closed off neighborhoods and subsequent arrest of a man with a long history of violence.
On Monday, January 22, at about 4:30 p.m., the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) received a call that Brandon Bannowski, 25, had violated a Restraining Order and allegedly entered the home of his ex-girlfriend, threatened her with a baseball bat and choked her.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 01/20/2018 - 11:08pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 336 calls between January 4 -15, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
1/4
Trespassing in the 2100 block of South Ave
Evading in the 2800 block of Hank Monk
Domestic Battery in the 3700 block of Tamarack
1/5
Domestic Battery in the 3700 block of Tamarck
Unlicensed Driver in the 3700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
1/6
Spousal Abuse in the 1200 block of Lester ave
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/14/2018 - 12:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 531 calls between December 21, 2017 - January 3, 2018.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
12/21 - 28 total calls
No Arrests
12/22 - 33 total calls
Unlicensed Driver at Palmira and River Rd
Driving on a suspended or revoked license on Elva Ct
12/23 - 37 total calls
DUI at Black Bart and Pioneer Trail
Unlicensed Driver at Glenwood Way and Blackwood Rd
DUI at Lake Tahoe Blvd and San Francisco Ave
Man extricated from crashed truck on Pioneer Trail in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/07/2018 - 9:41pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - A man from Northern California is recovering after suffering from a medical condition that caused him to crash his Chevy Silverado pickup into a tree Sunday morning in South Lake Tahoe.
At 9:12 a.m. January 7, emergency crews responded to the crash site on Pioneer Trail near Needle Peak Road. South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue had to extricate the unidentified man from the truck.
The man, who is in his mid-40s, was alone in the truck when he had a seizure. Witnesses reported seeing the driver attempt to pull his truck off the roadway prior to the crash.
Suspected car thief leads police on chase from Carson City to South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/05/2018 - 10:07pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) attempted to pull over a vehicle in Carson City Thursday night, but the driver refused to stop and led officers on a chase until the car crashed in the El Dorado County portion of the South Shore, over 35 miles away.
NHP followed the car up Spooner Summit on Highway 50 to Stateline. Per protocol they won't engage in high speed chases so followed him until he approached Stateline. Troopers called ahead to South Lake Tahoe, advising police that the vehicle was headed in their direction.
"Smash and Grab" vehicle burglaries in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 7:41pm
In a three-hour period on Tuesday, January 2, 2018, three vehicle burglaries occurred along Highway 50 in South Lake Tahoe, one each at IHOP, Denny's and the Stateline Raley's.
All burglaries were a smash and grab where the perpetrator(s) broke the vehicle's windows and grabbed valuables from inside the cars.
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) reminds everyone to not leave valuables in their vehicle, and to also keep eyes open and report suspicious activity. Also, keep homes and vehicles locked at all times.
Busy New Year's holiday weekend in South Lake Tahoe and Stateline
Submitted by paula on Tue, 01/02/2018 - 3:50pm
It was a very busy holiday weekend in South Lake Tahoe, with hotels, vacation homes and the slopes full of revelers, along with the thousands of attendees at the three-day music festival, SnowGlobe.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Mon, 01/01/2018 - 12:21pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 198 calls between December 13 - 20, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
12/13 - 18 total calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
12/14 - 21 total calls
Unlicensed Driver in the 1000 block of Al Tahoe Blvd
12/15 - 23 total calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Chonokis Rd
DUI in the 1000 block of Glenwood Way
Trespassing in the 800 block of Michael Dr
SnowGlobe thrills attendees as Khalid and others take the stage
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/31/2017 - 12:39am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - Fans of electronic music have flocked to South Lake Tahoe for the annual SnowGlobe outdoor music festival held December 29-31 at, one the Community Fields. The predominately under-30 crowd come from colleges and communities hundreds and even thousands of miles away to enjoy a specially gathered group of top artists in the electronic dance music (EDM) field.
Along with the fun though comes issues common at most music festivals: noise, trash, underage drinking and drugs.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/22/2017 - 11:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 369 calls between November 28 - December 12, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
11/28 - 26 Total Calls
Driving on a suspended/revoked license at Emerald Bay Rd & West Way
Resisting at Lake Tahoe Blvd & Tata Lane
DUI at Oakland & El Dorado Ave
Assault with a deadly weapon in the 1400 block of Glenwood Way
Unlicensed Driver in the 2800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
11/29 - 24 Total Calls
Ceremonial end for retired South Lake Tahoe K9 Duke
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/19/2017 - 7:34pm
It was a ceremonial send off today of a former four-legged protector of the South Lake Tahoe community.
Bay area residents arrested in Stateline on burglary charges
Submitted by paula on Mon, 12/18/2017 - 3:31pm
8:00PM Update 12/18/17: After the trio's arrest, detectives from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department served a search warrant on a motel room at Motel 6 on Highway 50, locating a significant amount of stolen property that had recently been reported stolen in Douglas County. They also located numerous items that may have been stolen, but were not previously reported. .
Retired South Lake Tahoe K9 Duke passes
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/17/2017 - 9:48pm
Retired South Lake Tahoe K9 Duke has passed away according to the South Lake Tahoe Police Canine Association. During his years of service he was responsible for the seizure of almost half a million dollars cash and countless narcotics detection arrests. He had numerous street suspect apprehensions, none of which were ever challenged in criminal or civil court according to his handler, Tony Broadfoot.
Duke had been trained by the Dutch Police in Belgium prior to coming to South Lake Tahoe in December of 2005.
Tony Broadfoot wrote this about Duke on the association's Facebook page:
Man arrested on felony DUI charges after crashing into two cars and light pole
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/10/2017 - 4:57pm
A Fallbrook, California man was arrested in South Lake Tahoe Saturday after allegedly driving at a high rate of speed through Stateline while intoxicated before hitting two cars and a light pole.
Holiday safety tips from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/08/2017 - 12:15am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The holiday season is here! Before you head out the door to finish up or start your shopping, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department would like to take a moment to remind you of a few safety tips.
Vehicle Safety:
Park your vehicle in a well-lit area.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Wed, 12/06/2017 - 1:28am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 416 calls between November 13 - November 27, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
11/13 - 26 Total Calls
Battery in the 900 block of Ski Run Blvd
Warrant in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
11/14 - 28 Total Calls
Battery in the 2500 block of William Ave
Brandishing in the 2200 block of Lake Tahoe BLvd
11/15 - 26 Total Calls
Auto Theft in the 2300 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
IRS scam targeting South Lake Tahoe residents
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/30/2017 - 11:10am
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has received multiple reports regarding a phone scam to local residents. Callers are identifying themselves to potential victims as an employee of the IRS (Internal Revenue Service). These phony IRS Agents inform the victim they have a warrant for their arrest or owe taxes. This is a scam. Callers claiming to be from the IRS tell intended victims they must pay using a pre-paid debit card, credit cards or wire transfer. The scammers threaten those who refuse to pay with arrest, deportation or loss of a business or driver’s license.
South Lake Tahoe Police urge safe driving this holiday
Submitted by paula on Wed, 11/22/2017 - 7:00am
Winter is upon us as we begin to see light snowfall and cold, icy conditions. Every year families travel to South Lake Tahoe for Thanksgiving and Christmas, leading to congested roadways and an increase in pedestrian traffic. Many of these travelers are foreign to winter weather and do not have much experience driving in icy conditions. The South Lake Tahoe Police Department reminds motorists to be alert and courteous so that everyone can arrive at their destination and enjoy the holiday season with their friends and loved ones.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/19/2017 - 11:54pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 189 calls between November 6 - November 12, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
11/6 - 33 Total Calls
Unlicensed Driver at Tamarack Dr & Blackwood Rd
DUI at O'Malley & Blue Lake Ave
11/7 - 19 Total Calls
Drunk in Public in the 3900 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
11/8 - 39 Total Calls
Unlicensee Driver at Lake Tahoe Blvd & Silver Dolalr Ave
11/9 - 20 Total Calls
Kudos: First Responders team up with Cub Scout Pack 592
Submitted by Anonymous on Wed, 11/15/2017 - 1:17pm
Cub Scout Pack 592 of South Lake Tahoe held their fifth annual Police and Fire Night at St. Theresa’s Grace Hall on November 14.
Scouts were able to see first-hand the tools and techniques that first responders use to keep the community safe and how they work together when someone needs help.
South Lake Tahoe man arrested after gun discharged at concert
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/14/2017 - 11:03am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 30-year-old resident of South Lake Tahoe has been arrested on charges of Assault with a Firearm after allegedly shooting at the legs of a person after a concert at the Beach Retreat & Lodge early Sunday morning.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sun, 11/12/2017 - 11:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 418 calls between October 23 - November 5, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
10/23 - 24 Total Calls
Transient Homeless in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 1900 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Resisting in the 1200 block of Bonanza
Warrant in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
10/24 - 23 Total Calls
Suspicious Activity in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Vacation rental scams through Craigslist continue in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 11/10/2017 - 8:52am
Unknowingly, visitors to South Lake Tahoe are renting legitimate vacation homes through illegitimate parties, leaving them without money or a place to stay when they arrive.
South Tahoe Now has been warning people for years about renting both short-term and long-term homes through Craigslist, the online classified ad forum.
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department is warning potential vacation home renters that scams continue on Craigslist.
Man found guilty in South Lake Tahoe assault, faces 150 years to life in prison
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/09/2017 - 9:59am
A jury has found Manuel Ovidio Ramos-Munoz guilty of seven felony counts, including kidnapping for the purpose of committing a sexual assault, as well as six additional counts and numerous special allegations relating to the subsequent sexual assault of the victim.
Champions Plaza “Spirit of Competition” unveiled
Submitted by paula on Fri, 10/27/2017 - 8:15pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The long awaited 11 foot tall bronze sculpture "Spirit of Competition" perched on top of a 4.5 ton boulder was unveiled during a ceremony at Champions Plaza Friday.
Sculptor Gareth Curtiss transported his creation from his studio in Fortine, Montana just two days ago in the back of his van, early Thursday morning the bronze sculpture was picked up with a crane and placed on top of the boulder, bolted in and wrapped up for the ceremony.
Bear gets a little help from his friends
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/16/2017 - 9:17am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - There weren't just hungry customers at IHOP in South Lake Tahoe Saturday morning, a hungry bear also decided to stop by.
The large bear got into the dumpster around 8:00 a.m. as staff was taking trash out on October 14, but once in he couldn't get out.
South Lake Tahoe man charged with burglarizing pizza restaurant
Submitted by paula on Thu, 10/12/2017 - 12:50pm
A South Lake Tahoe man has been arrested on charges he allegedly burglarized the Lake Tahoe Pizza Company on October 9, 2017.
At 10:00 a.m., officers from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) responded to an alarm at the popular restaurant located at 1168 Emerald Bay Road. Upon arrival they learned someone had gained entry through a window and left through a door, and that cash was missing.
Video surveillance showed them a suspect.
South Lake Tahoe Police investigating shots fired near Stateline
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/04/2017 - 10:39pm
9:15AM Update - The South Lake Tahoe Police Department has contacted two men who are considered "investigative leads" at this point. As of this time no arrests have been made and the investigation is continuing.
Witnesses reported that two Hispanic males in their 20’s with short dark colored hair were the occupants in the vehicle.
The gun used in the event appear to be a semi-automatic handgun.
Three cited in underage alcohol sting in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/03/2017 - 1:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Three local employees were cited by a recent decoy operation to catch people selling alcohol to minors.
On September 28, 2017, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department, through a grant form the California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), conducted the minor decoy operation where minors under their supervision attempted to purchase alcohol from 19 different establishments.
SLTPD: Gunshots, chase and knife lead to arrests of two transients
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2017 - 10:45pm
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department made 53 arrests out of the 540 calls they responded to between September 4-18, 2017.
Here are two of those arrests with information provided by SLT Lt. David Stevenson:
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 09/24/2017 - 8:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CALIF. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following are calls that only pertain to the South Shore. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at time of story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
9/13
3:34 a.m. - Assault with a deadly weapon - Sierra Blvd - DEPUTIES ASSISTED SOUTH LAKE TAHOE POLICE DEPARTMENT WITH A SHOOTING IN THE AREA. 57-YEAR-OLD MALE ARRESTED.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/23/2017 - 10:19pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 540 calls between September 4 - September 18, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
9/4 - 42 Calls
DUI in the 900 block of Glorene Ave
Drug Offense in the 2700 block of Young St
Drug Offense in the 2600 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 2200 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant at Ski Run Blvd and Paradise Ave
City Ordinance in the 1000 block of Lakeview Ave
Unlicensed Driver in the 3800 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/09/2017 - 10:47pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 307 calls between August 28 - September 3, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 28 - 27 Calls
Unlicensed Driver at 3rd St and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Drunk in Public in the 4000 block of Manzanita
Transient/Homeless in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
Transient/Homeless at River Dr and Lake Tahoe Blvd
Warrant in the 3400 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
Transient/Homeless in the 3900 block of Pioneer Trail
Community celebrates local public safety employees
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/08/2017 - 12:25am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The 2nd annual Public Safety Appreciation Day was held on Thursday, September 7, and community members came out to say "thank you" to personnel from several agencies.
The City of South Lake Tahoe hosted the event which had live music, free BBQ and ice cream and a thank-you card making station.
Kids were able climb on board fire trucks, meet the new Search & Rescue puppy and get to know those who protect them on a daily basis.
Agencies invited were:
Calfire
· California Highway Patrol
· Nevada Highway Patrol
· Douglas County Sheriff's Office
Thief steals generator from South Lake Tahoe youth bike program - Reward offered
Submitted by paula on Wed, 09/06/2017 - 9:50pm
UPDATE 12:10PM: Secret Witness has added a $500 reward for the arrest and prosecution of those responsible. Those calling will remain anonymous. Call (530) 541-6800 with information.
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Someone broke into the storage trailer at Bijou Bike Park and stole the generator used to run the gates and audio for kids races at the park.
Between 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 5 and 9:45 a.m. on Wednesday, September 6, the lock on the trailer was cut and the equipment stolen. Bijou park manager Chris McDade saw the open door today and called police.
Woman injured after crashing into traffic signal
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 5:59pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - A local woman was injured Saturday afternoon and she crashed her van into the light signal at the corner of Lake Tahoe Boulevard and Takela Drive.
The unidentified woman was transported to Barton Hospital with serious injuries.
A traffic signal was knocked off the pole, leaving it dangling over Lake Tahoe Blvd. Caltrans is on their way to South Lake Tahoe from Sacramento to fix the light.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/02/2017 - 5:33pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE - The following is a recap of activity the South Lake Tahoe Police Department responded to 257 calls between August 21 - 27, 2017.
Calls Resulting in Arrests/Citations:
August 21 - 28 Calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Emerald Bay Rd
Trespassing in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 22 - 36 Calls
Drunk in Public in the 2200 block of Eloise Ave
Drunk in Public in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 23 - 31 Calls
Warrant in the 1000 block of Johnson Blvd
August 24 - 35 Calls
