County Sheriff Kerry Lee reported the investigation of the shooting death of an as yet unnamed person in Pioche July 2 is continuing. He said … [Read more...] about Pioche shooting death investigation continues
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Shooting death in Pioche
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office reports on July 2, “Officers were dispatched to a report of an adult male with a gunshot wound in the Pioche area. … [Read more...] about Shooting death in Pioche
Murder suspect returned to Illinois
The Illinois murder suspect accused in the killing of his 72-year-old grandmother, Sherri Hubbartt, in Shelbyville, had an extradition hearing in … [Read more...] about Murder suspect returned to Illinois
Illinois murder suspect captured in Lincoln County
As reported by WAND-TV in Decatur, Ill., “Murder charges have been filed against a suspect in the weekend death of a 72-year-old woman.” The outlet … [Read more...] about Illinois murder suspect captured in Lincoln County
Vehicle wreck and body found near Seaman Wash Road
Lincoln County sheriff Kerry Lee said his office is continuing its investigation into a man’s body found Feb. 18 near the Seaman Wash Road, north of … [Read more...] about Vehicle wreck and body found near Seaman Wash Road
Driver flees scene of traffic accident
Lincoln County Sheriff’s officers and Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) troopers, along with search and rescue teams searched the Pahranagat Valley for … [Read more...] about Driver flees scene of traffic accident
Dangerous situation diffused after fast action by trooper
A disturbed man in the hills east of Panaca was prevented to doing serious physical harm to himself, possibly even suicide, by efforts of a Nevada … [Read more...] about Dangerous situation diffused after fast action by trooper
Drones proving useful for law enforcement
County law enforcement officials utilized two radio-controlled drones Dec. 4, 2020, to locate a fugitive who had fled on foot from a minor traffic … [Read more...] about Drones proving useful for law enforcement
Turbulent year puts strain on local law enforcement
While the effects of COVID-19 have been widespread, affecting everything from high school sports to businesses around Lincoln County, one major area … [Read more...] about Turbulent year puts strain on local law enforcement
Fugitive captured with help of drones
A fugitive eluded the Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO) for almost 20 hours before being captured. Sheriff … [Read more...] about Fugitive captured with help of drones