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Local Authorities Launch Operation Safe Washoe to Target Sex Offenders

Mar 12, 2025 — by 775TimesTeam in 775Times, Articles

Local Officials Crackdown on Predators Per WCSO: “A multi-agency operation, “Operation Safe Washoe,” recently concluded, focusing on conducting compliance checks on registered sex offenders residing within Washoe County. The operation, a collaborative effort between the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Sex Offender Notification Unit, Nevada Parole, and Probation Sex Offender Unit, and the U.S. Marshals Nevada Violent Offender Task Force, resulted in 410 compliance checks, 25 arrests, and the identification of 41 non-compliant offenders. The arrests included the following charges: -3 counts of Failure to Obey Sex Offender Registration Laws -1 count of Indecent Exposure 2nd offense -24 counts of Parole and Probation Violations -2 Warrant Arrests for Sex Crimes The primary objective of Operation Safe Washoe was to ensure registered sex offenders are adhering to their registration requirements as set forth in Nevada Revised Statutes. Teams conducted unannounced visits to verify addresses, vehicles, employment, confirm compliance with any restrictions, and address any potential violations. “The safety of our community is our top priority. Operation Safe Washoe demonstrates our commitment to proactively monitoring registered sex offenders and ensuring they comply with Sex Offender Registration Laws in Nevada,” said Sheriff Balaam “The results of this operation underscore the necessity of these compliance checks.” “This multiagency approach strengthens community protection by maximizing resources and allowing us to efficiently monitor registered sex offenders, many of whom are on probation or parole,” said Tamrah Jackson, Chief of Nevada Parole and Probation. “These arrests reflect our commitment to protecting victims and removing dangerous individuals through strong collaboration across the state,” said U.S. Marshal Gary Schofield.” #reno #sparks #nevada

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