injuries
New Year's Eve crash in Genoa turns into fatal investigation
Submitted by paula on Wed, 01/22/2020 - 11:39am
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - The 82-year-old man involved in a single-car collision in Genoa on December 31 has died from the injuries he sustained.
On New Year's Eve at approximately 6:49 p.m., troopers from the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to a call of a serious injury crash at the intersection of Mill Street and SR-205 in Genoa. The driver was transported to a Reno hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Heavenly Mountain Resort employee dies after accident in Mott Canyon
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/19/2020 - 10:28am
january 20 update: SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Christoper John Nicholson of South Lake Tahoe has been confirmed as the Heavenly Mountain Resort ski patroller who died on the slopes Saturday.
On January 18, 2020, the 36-year-old Nicholson had been working at the resort and was found unconscious in the Mott Canyon area of Heavenly. He was flown via Care Flight to the Carson Valley Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. Officials at Heavenly Mountain Resort had incorrectly identified the facility on Sunday but later corrected their news release.
One dead, one seriously injured in Alpine Meadows avalanche
Submitted by paula on Fri, 01/17/2020 - 3:24pm
January 18 update: In a statement, Alpine Meadows said the following: At approximately 10:16 a.m, Friday, an avalanche was reported in the area between Scott Chute and Promised Land near Scott Chair at Alpine Meadows, within an open area of the resort. A male skier sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased by the Placer County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 11am. A second male skier sustained severe lower-body injuries and was transported to the hospital by ambulance.
DUI suspect arrested after rollover crash on US50 at Echo Summit; Westbound traffic delayed an hour
Submitted by paula on Sun, 01/12/2020 - 12:55pm
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) has arrested the driver of the Ford truck involved in the single-vehicle rolloever just west of Lake Tahoe Sunday morning. The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in the 11:16 a.m. crash.
The highway was backed up for over an hour as the truck and driver were removed from the scene.
12:37 p.m. update: US50 over Echo Summit is now open with no controls. The vehicle has been removed.
Car runs into Trimmer Outpost in Genoa, driver has life-threatening injuries
Submitted by paula on Tue, 12/31/2019 - 11:32pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - At 6:45 p.m. on New Year's Eve, the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) responded to a single-vehicle crash in Genoa.
The driver of a silver SUV struck the front of Trimmer Outpost, a store in the historic town. Authorities say the driver did not follow the curve of the road and instead ended up driving through the store's parking lot, hitting the building.
NHP says the driver was transported to a Reno hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Trimmer Outpost was scheduled to be closing for store sales in January.
No other information is available at this time.
Meyers man severely beaten in Christmas Eve attack
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/27/2019 - 12:31pm
MEYERS, Calif. - A Christmas Valley man was attacked in his driveway by an unknown person late Christmas Eve as he sat in his car.
At 11:00 p.m., deputies from the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office (EDSO) responded to the home in the area of Saint Nick Way. They found the victim with serious injuries and he was transported to Barton Hospital, and later transferred to Renown Medical Center in Reno via medical helicopter.
EDSO reports the suspect has been described as a white adult man, 6 feet tall weighing about 200 pounds, with grey hair and a grey beard.
US50 near Sierra-at-Tahoe reopens after head-on collision
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/22/2019 - 6:54pm
7:15 p.m. UPDATE: All lanes have been reopened on US50 west of Sierra-at-Tahoe after a two-car head-on collision between a van and a SUV just after 5:00 p.m. Sunday. All injured parties have been transferred to Barton and the vehicles have been towed away.
At this time the extent of injuries is unknown but unconfirmed reports say all are minor at this time.
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Woman arrested on felony DUI charges after two-car collision in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 12/20/2019 - 6:38pm
7:45 p.m.- A 44-year-old woman has been arrested on felony DUI charges after the Nisan XTerra she was driving collided with a Toyota Tundra on US50 and Ski Run Blvd. in South Lake Tahoe at 5:12 p.m. Friday, December 20.
She is currently at Barton Hospital being treated for an injury and to have her blood drawn (at her request). Once released she will be booked into the El Dorado County Jail in South Lake Tahoe, according to SLTPD Sgt. Nick Carlquist.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 12/15/2019 - 4:46pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 116 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from November 1 - November 13, 2019.
11/1
00:01 - 2700 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
08:10 - 800 block of Julie Ln - Public service assistance, other
09:28 - West Way at 89 Hwy - Smoke scare, odor of smoke
10:36 - 900 block of Julie Ln - Assist invalid
11:23 - 500 block of Emerald Bay Rd - Assist invalid
Collaborative efforts in South Lake Tahoe and the County keep 30 people from being homeless
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/21/2019 - 12:14am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless has been recognized for setting the stage as the county-wide homeless strategic planning process is about to begin. They utilized a one-time grant of $30,000 to help 30 people in 17 households avoid homelessness in El Dorado County and South Lake Tahoe. In the last four months, efforts by the Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless and the El Dorado Opportunity Knocks Continuum of Care (EDOK) have utilized almost the whole grant that was provided through El Dorado County Health and Human Services
Head-on collision at Lake Tahoe sends both drivers to hospital
Submitted by paula on Tue, 11/12/2019 - 10:53am
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - Two drivers were transported to area hospitals with substantial injuries after their vehicles collided on US50 north of Skyland late Sunday afternoon.
At this time the Nevada Highway Patrol is not releasing many details due to possible prosecution in the case, according to spokesperson Trooper Hannah DeGoey.
Barton Hospital receives 6th "A" in three years from healthcare watchdog
Submitted by paula on Thu, 11/07/2019 - 1:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Barton Memorial Hospital received an ‘A’ grade for patient safety, recognizing Barton’s system-wide measures in protecting patients from harm and providing safer health care.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Mon, 11/04/2019 - 11:03pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 149 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from September 24 - October 8, 2019.
9/24
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1200 block of Margaret Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 800 block of Emerald Bay Rd
EMS call - Interfacility Transfer - Barton Hospital
Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) - D St at Dedi Ln
Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) - SR 89 Hwy at Fallen Leaf Rd
Smoke or odor removal - 500 block o Emerald Bay Rd
South Lake Tahoe to create an ordinance for electric scooters
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 10:18pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - First it was Lime Bikes, but now the company's Lime Scooters have created both enjoyment and concern in South Lake Tahoe. The popular mode of transportation is used by millions worldwide and provides over 100,000 annual rides in South Lake Tahoe.
But the illegal use by minors and a flaw in the Lime app process has drawn concern from local law enforcement and residents.
All back open after overturned truck closes parts of road in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Mon, 10/28/2019 - 9:59am
4:00 p.m. UPDATE: Most likley it will be the rate of speed a truck driver was traveling at that caused a semi-truck carrying woodchips to overturn in South Lake Tahoe Monday morning.
The 51-year-old woman from Placerville who was at the wheel was traveling from the south on Emerald Bay Road/US50 when she attempted a right-hand turn onto Lake Tahoe Blvd./US50. The truck tipped over and the cab and woodchips slide over into the westbound lanes of Lake Tahoe Blvd.
Multiple agencies participate in South Lake Tahoe active shooter drill
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/22/2019 - 1:06pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An active shooting training at South Tahoe High School last week gave local, state and federal agencies the opportunity to use their collaborative skills in responding to an emergency at the school.
In the simulated event after school, a call went over the radios on a secure channel to alert all first responders of a shooting at the high school and with the shooter still on the loose. At the first call, there were seven "victims" (volunteers acting for the training).
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Tue, 10/15/2019 - 12:09am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 126 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from September 11 - 23, 2019.
9/11
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3900 block Pioneer Tr
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3900 block Saddle Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2100 block Fallen Leaf Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block Lakeview Ave
EMS call, Interfacility Transfer - Barton Hospital
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 10/02/2019 - 10:41am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 123 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from September 1 - 10, 2019.
9/1
Dispatched & canceled en route - On US 50 at Strawberry Rd
Dispatched & canceled en route - 700 block Lassen Dr
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 4100 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1400 block Ski Run Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block Heavenly Village Way
Man charged with battery after allegedly hitting Douglas County deputy vehicle
Submitted by paula on Fri, 09/27/2019 - 10:11pm
MINDEN, Nev. - An alleged theft investigation at a WalMart in Douglas County led to the arrest of 23-year-old Gardnerville resident Steven Williams with the assistance of the South Lake Tahoe K-9 unit.
The incident started on Friday morning when deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) responded to the Walmart on Grant Avenue for an alleged theft investigation. They learned the suspect was driving a white sport utility vehicle.
Facebook video leads to arrest of two juveniles in Douglas County on battery charges
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2019 - 11:54pm
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - Video footage found on Facebook of a fight at a Gardnerville Ranchos home has led to the arrest two juveniles on charges of battery, affray (an instance of fighting in a public place that disturbs the peace), and destruction of property.
On September 3, 2019, at 3:15 p.m., deputies from the Douglas County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) were dispatched to the area of Wagon Drive in the Gardnerville Ranchos area of Douglas County for a fight in progress. Upon arrival, the deputies discovered one of the involved subjects had what they called "obvious injuries."
Motorcyclist dies in crash on US50 east of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sat, 09/07/2019 - 11:16pm
CARSON CITY, Nev. - There was a fatal crash involving a single motorcycle on US50/ Spooner Summit Saturday night, one mile above the junction with US395 near the Carson City-Douglas County line.
According to the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP), the passenger on the motorcycle died in the crash which occurred just before 8:00 p.m. September 7.
Care Flight landed on the highway to transport the driver who had critical injuries in the crash.
As of 10:30 p.m. Saturday, one eastbound lane was still closed on US50 for an investigation.
Thousands of Burners head through Reno-Tahoe International Airport on way to Black Rock Desert
Submitted by paula on Mon, 08/26/2019 - 5:03pm
The Reno-Tahoe International Airport (RNO) was a very busy place Monday as most of the 20,000 people expected to fly in for Burning Man 2019 passed through on their way to the Black Rock Desert.
Attendees to the annual event (known as Burners) were greeted at the airport RNO's therapy dogs, Paws for Passengers, who wore costumes for the day to bring smiles to arriving Burners.
Welcome activities are taking place all week at Air Playa Info, a welcome area staffed by local volunteers dedicated to assisting Burners.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 08/18/2019 - 11:55pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 103 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from August 6 - 14, 2019.
8/6
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 500 block Emerald Bay Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3500 block Rocky Point Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1200 block Al Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2200 block Barton Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block River Dr
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/10/2019 - 11:48pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 157 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from July 25 - August 5, 2019.
7/25
Alarm system sounded due to malfunction - 3900 block Saddle Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2600 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2200 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 900 block Tata Ln
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 4100 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
Dayton resident identified as victim in Lake Tahoe motorcycle crash
Submitted by paula on Sat, 08/03/2019 - 3:37pm
STATELINE, Nev. - A Dayton, Nevada man has been identified as the victim in Sunday's fatal motorcycle crash on Kingsbury Grade.
Just before 8:00 p.m. on July 28 Nevada Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash on SR-207/Kingsbury Grade one mile up from Lake Tahoe at Douglas County Mile Marker 1.
Driver of motorcycle on Kingsbury Grade dies in crash, passenger sent to hospital
Submitted by paula on Mon, 07/29/2019 - 12:31pm
UPDATE 8/3/19 3:30 p.m.: A Fallon, Nevada man has been identified as the victim in Sunday's fatal motorcycle crash on Kingsbury Grade.
Just before 8:00 p.m. on July 28 Nevada Highway Patrol troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash on SR-207/Kingsbury Grade one mile up from Lake Tahoe at Douglas County Mile Marker 1.
Preliminary investigation shows that a black 2017 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling eastbound on SR-207. For an unknown reason, the motorcycle overturned and both the driver and passenger were ejected.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/28/2019 - 12:08am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 116c incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from July 16-24, 2019.
7/16
Carbon monoxide incident - 1100 block Bowers Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 900 block Tallac Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 700 block Wentworth Ln
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - Eagle Falls Rd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1100 block Lodi Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2500 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
Car goes off the highway during heavy rainstorm south of Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/26/2019 - 11:21am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A rollover crash during a rainstorm on SR88 Thursday afternoon sent all seven occupants to the hospital.
At 4:50 p.m., the California Highway Patrol responded to a call of a crash one mile west of Pickett's Junction and SR89.
The driver of an eastbound 2013 Ford Explorer was caught in a downpour and the vehicle hydroplaned on the highway causing it to go down an embankment, overturning on the way. It landed on all four wheels.
South Lake Tahoe Police Blotter
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/25/2019 - 11:11pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the call logs for the South Lake Tahoe Police Department June 26 - July 7, 2019.
6/26
ARRESTS (0)
TRAFFIC STOPS (7)
OTHER CALLS FOR SERVICE (49):
Alarm - 2000 Block of Aloha Dr
Alarm- 3500 Block of Bobby Grey Cr
Alarm - 3500 Block of Lake Tahoe Bl
Alarm - 900 Block of Emerald Bay Rd
Animal Incident - 900 Block of Bal Bijou Rd
Assault With a Deadly Weapon- 3700 Block of Forest Av
Assist Outside Agency - 3100 Block of US 50
Assist Outside Agency - Rufus Allen Boulevard & Lake Tahoe Bl
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Fri, 07/19/2019 - 10:52am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 172 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from July 1-15, 2019.
7/1
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block of Blue Lake Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2200 block of Balboa Dr
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 4100 block of Lakeshore Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - Needle Peak Rd at Pioneer Tr
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 4100 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
South Lake Tahoe fire displaces residents of three apartments
Submitted by paula on Thu, 07/11/2019 - 5:09pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - One apartment is a total loss and two others suffered major damage after a Thursday afternoon fire on Terry Lane in South Lake Tahoe.
At 12:07 p.m., South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue responded to a fully engulfed fire in the 3600 block of Terry Lane. Upon arrival, firefighters found a six-unit apartment building with one of the upstairs units on fire.
The occupants of all six units escaped the fire with no injuries after being evacuated by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD).
Fire at Fox & Hound on Kingsbury
Submitted by paula on Tue, 07/09/2019 - 1:36pm
The Fox & Hound on top of Kingsbury Grade in Stateline sustained some damage Tuesday after a fire broke out in the kitchen area. All patrons and employees were able to get out with no injuries.
According to Tahoe Douglas Fire Protection District Fire Marshal Eric Guevin, the call came in just about noon on July 9.
Upon the fire department's arrival, they found the restaurant's sprinkler system had been activated and took care of the fire and they went into the attic and back of house to do an overhaul to make sure the fire had not spread.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 07/07/2019 - 12:55pm
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 and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
6/26
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sat, 07/06/2019 - 7:42pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 132 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from June 16-30, 2019.
6/16
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block of Rufus Allen Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 900 block of Ski Run Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2000 block of Fountain Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 3000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 4000 block of Lake Tahoe Blvd
30 facts about 30th annual American Century Championship in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 9:02pm
The 30th annual American Century Championship is just one week away, July 9 – 14, 2019. Celebrities from the world of sports, television, comedy and more are headed to Edgewood Tahoe once again. Here are 30+ fun facts about the popular celebrity golf tournament.
1. CLEAR BAG POLICY
Deadly crash near Walker claims life of South Lake Tahoe man
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 7:00pm
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) today released the names of the three people who died in a head-on collision on Highway 395 near Walker Sunday.
Just after 3:30 pm. on June 30, a Nissan Pathfinder heading south on Highway 395 collided head-on with a northbound Toyota Tacoma.
The driver of the Toyota died at the scene and has been identified as Russell Martin Roeben, 76, of South Lake Tahoe. The other occupant in that vehicle was transported to Renown Medical Center in Reno. CHP said both were wearing seatbelts
Column: Be aware of cold water immersion
Submitted by paula on Wed, 07/03/2019 - 1:51pm
Summer is here and after a snow-packed winter, locals and visitors alike are ready to get out and enjoy Lake Tahoe. Whether out on the water, lounging on the beach or hiking to a rock outcropping to take a plunge, there are important precautions to keep in mind with water surface temperatures and cold water immersion.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/23/2019 - 12:55am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 157 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from June 1-1, 2019.
6/1
Cooking fire, confined to container - 1800 block Weir Way
Dispatched & canceled en route - 3400 block Lake Tahoe Blvd
Cooking fire, confined to container - 1100 Rufus Allen Blvd
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - Alameda Ave at Sacramento Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 2200 block Texas Ave
EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury - 1000 block Julie Lane
Court date set for man facing charges in fatal Lake Tahoe crash
Submitted by paula on Mon, 06/17/2019 - 1:18pm
STATELINE, Nevada - The 40-year-old man who was arrested Thursday after a deadly crash near Round Hill, Nevada will see his first day in court on Tuesday.
Jerrad Dominguez, whose driver's license says he is from Gold River, Calif., was driving a Ford F-150 when he crossed the double line into the path of a westbound Chevrolet Silverado driven by a Carson City man on his way to work in South Lake Tahoe.
Carson City man identified as victim in Thursday's deadly DUI crash in Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 7:57pm
LAKE TAHOE, Nev. - The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) has released more details about Thursday's fatal crash near Round Hill, including the name of the deceased.
At 7:06 a.m. on June 13, NHP Troopers were dispatched to a serious injury crash on US50 near Elks Point Road.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/16/2019 - 1:09pm
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 and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
6/5
Girl receives minor injuries after scooter collides with vehicle in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 6:27pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 12-year-old girl was transported to the hospital Sunday after the Lime scooter she was riding collided with a vehicle in South Lake Tahoe.
Just after 2:00 p.m., emergency personnel responded to the McDonald's just east of Ski Run Boulevard after the girl, who was not wearing a helmet, sustained minor injuries in the accident.
The driver stopped and is being cooperative according to SLTPD Sgt. Doug Sentell.
The collision is under investigation and no other information is available.
Plane flips on runway at Lake Tahoe Airport; No injuries reported
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 3:40pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A Taildragger-style aircraft flipped on the runway at Lake Tahoe Airport Sunday just after the pilot landed.
There were no injuries to the pilot except for some scratches, the only person on board at the time of the incident.
The call came into emergency dispatch at 12:06 p.m.
El Dorado County Sheriff's Report
Submitted by paula on Sun, 06/09/2019 - 2:15pm
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 and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.
Some of those recently added to last week's log:
5/29
Emergency personnel respond after car veers into South Lake Tahoe home
Submitted by paula on Tue, 06/04/2019 - 11:10am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A 71-year old local man was transported to Barton Hospital for evaluation after he experienced a medical issue while driving on South Shore Drive Monday afternoon. He veered off the road and into the garage of a home.
Emergency personnel responded to the 4:10 p.m. call June 3 and upon arrival found the car had crashed through the garage. Nobody was home at the time but she arrived shortly after.
The South Lake Tahoe building department inspected the structure and damage was limited to the garage.
There were no injuries.
South Lake Tahoe woman jailed after allegedly hurting a special needs toddler
Submitted by paula on Fri, 05/24/2019 - 3:10pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - An investigation into the abuse of a special needs toddler has landed a South Lake Tahoe woman in jail.
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) was called to Barton Hospital on April 14 because the 18-month old had been brought in with a broken femur and bruising to the face and head. The child was transported to Renown Regional Medical Center in Reno for more intensive medical care including surgery.
South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 10:51pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The following are the 102 incidents the South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue and Cal-Tahoe JPA ambulances to from May 1-12, 2019.
5/1
1900 block Lake Tahoe Blvd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
1800 block Bonanza Tr - Special type of incident, Dispatch error
1000 block Emerald Bay Rd - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
4100 block Lakeshore Blvd - Alarm system sounded, no fire/unintentional
3600 block Larch Ave - Power line down
1000 block Takela Dr - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury
Police pursuit of South Lake Tahoe man caught on film in Sacramento
Submitted by paula on Wed, 05/22/2019 - 10:49am
1:00 PM UPDATE: More information has been released in the arrest of Christopher Wadstein in Sacramento. Police found almost a pound of methamphetamine in the fire after his truck burst into flames.
Wadstein is a long time South Lake Tahoe resident with arrests dating back to his teenage years. Lt. Shannon Laney said their first file on him was in 2001. His previous convictions range from drugs and vandalism to kidnapping and weapons
charges. He is also believed to be a skinhead white supremacist prison gang member according to SLTPD.
Council approves new officers for South Lake Tahoe Police Department
Submitted by paula on Tue, 05/21/2019 - 11:14pm
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The current staffing level of the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) is 30 authorized, sworn officers, and even with this low number they are rarely at full staffing. During the summer of 2018, the department handled an average of 99 calls per day and had 196 incidents where no officer was available to respond immediately, and about 15 times a day they told callers to 911 the officer would be delayed.
South Lake Tahoe man faces stolen car and DUI charges just hours after release from jail
Submitted by paula on Sun, 05/19/2019 - 8:50am
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It didn't take long for a 24-year-old local man to head back to jail on Saturday, May 18.
The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) received a call from a man at 3:20 p.m., alerting them that his car had just been stolen from the Glen Road/Pioneer Trail area. The victim had given someone a ride and needed to stop by his house and left the car running as he ran inside. He came out from his home and found both the car and rider gone.
