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With a combined 40 years of service, three police officers have recently retired from the Las Vegas Metro Police Department (LVMPD) Northeast Area Command as Moapa Valley resident section officers. They leave behind careers marked by dedication, sacrifice and deep connections with the people they served. Officer Chris Kohntopp retired after over nine years of service. His … [Read more...] about As officers retire, Moapa Valley welcomes new resident officers
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First responders celebrated at heroes night
On the beautiful evening of April 27, the fourth annual Heroes Night was held at the Clark County Fairgrounds. The fundraising event featured ample opportunity for participants to eat, play, laugh and interact with first responders of all stripes. The turnout was modest at the start of the night this year. Though ample crowds did eventually appear as the night went on, even … [Read more...] about First responders celebrated at heroes night
Police warn parents to educate kids about prank legalities
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department at the Overton Substation is warning parents to educate their kids about the legality of pranks such as social media fads. Moapa Valley residents have been speaking out on social media about safety concerns regarding a couple of recent incidents involving teenagers. LVMPD Sergeant Keegan Doty said the incidents were not the result … [Read more...] about Police warn parents to educate kids about prank legalities
Results of New Year’s DUI blitz released
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department released the results of the police blitz from New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in partnership with multiple agencies across the state, including local police for both Moapa Valley and Mesquite. The department announced via social media and local news media that it had completed 835 stops during the operation. Of those 835 traffic … [Read more...] about Results of New Year’s DUI blitz released
Giving kids a brighter Christmas
Local kids got a brighter Christmas because of the valleys’ Blue Angels. The law enforcement officers from Mesquite Police, Mohave and Clark County Sheriff’s Office and Las Vegas Metro Police Department took local kids from their area on a shopping spree to the Mesquite Walmart store on Dec. 18. This tradition was started over 20 years ago by the Mesquite Police Department, … [Read more...] about Giving kids a brighter Christmas
First Responder Report
The Mesquite Police Department expressed its thanks to the Coyote Willows subdivision, which put on a full blue light display to show their support for the police. “In my 10 months serving as chief of police, I have been deeply moved by the outpouring of support from this community. Seeing these blue lights shining bright each night is a powerful reminder of the partnership … [Read more...] about First Responder Report
Cessna requires emergency landing, repairs
Last week, first responders were busy with a wrong-way fatality (see other article for more) and an emergency airplane landing on Interstate 15. On Oct. 21, at approximately 9 a.m., an emergency landing was performed by a single-engine Cessna 172, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The plane landed at about mile marker 82, just north of Valley of … [Read more...] about Cessna requires emergency landing, repairs
SWAT raid, drowning incident occur in Moapa Valley
Moapa Valley saw a couple of incidents occur last week, including an enforcement of a warrant involving the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department SWAT team and an unfortunate drowning incident. Last Thursday, at approximately 5 p.m., a property on the corner of Ash Street and Pirate Avenue was swarmed by LVMPD officers and SWAT. The house owner was taken into custody and … [Read more...] about SWAT raid, drowning incident occur in Moapa Valley
Wreck at Falcon Ridge exit causes critical injuries
Mesquite had a bad accident at the roundabout near the freeway and Falcon Ridge Parkway last Friday, Oct. 3. A car exited the interstate and flipped over, leaving the roadway. MFR responded to the scene at about 4:26 p.m. The single occupant in the car suffered critical injuries and was transported by ambulance to a location where they were LifeFlighted to the nearest trauma … [Read more...] about Wreck at Falcon Ridge exit causes critical injuries
Remembering with 2,977 steps
Last Thursday night, the Moapa Valley Fire Department, along with over 60 attendees, walked 2,977 steps in memory of those who lost their lives in the September 11, 2001, attacks. MVFD firefighter and event coordinator Captain Blake Empey said, “We had some tragic news yesterday with an unfortunate political ordeal. This year, it hit more home to me to be one … [Read more...] about Remembering with 2,977 steps