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The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is requesting the communities' help. MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE Kimberlee Han...
06/01/2026

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office is requesting the communities' help.
MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE

Kimberlee Hand, age 15, was last seen around 11:45 PM on 05/26/26 in the Placerville area near Pleasant Valley Road.

Description:
• 5'2" tall
• 125–130 lbs
• Brown hair (last seen with long braids)
• Green eyes
• Braces

Last seen wearing:
• White and black pajama pants
• Gray hooded sweatshirt

Kimberlee is believed to possibly be in the Sacramento area, including Fair Oaks, North Highlands, Rio Linda, West Sacramento, or South Sacramento.

If you have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact Detective Gurrola at 530-642-4720 or 530-621-6600 immediately.

Please share to help bring Kimberlee home safely.

Join us on Saturday, August 8th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds for a free, family-friendly...
06/01/2026

Join us on Saturday, August 8th, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds for a free, family-friendly CCW Community Event!

This event is designed to bring our community together with local law enforcement in a positive, engaging environment. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet deputies from the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office, officers from the California Highway Patrol and the Placerville Police Department, along with local fire personnel.

EDSO K9, SWAT, and our helicopter Echo-1 will be on hand for demonstrations and community interaction. Guests will also have the opportunity to connect with local CCW instructors, insurance providers, and other community vendors.

The EDSO CCW Team will be available throughout the event to answer questions and assist with the CCW application process.

There will also be food trucks on site, activities for all ages, and numerous raffles throughout the day featuring CCW classes, fi****ms, and many other great prizes.

Bring the whole family and join us for a fun and informative community event. We look forward to seeing you there!

UPDATE: The search for Jason Coughran continues.As of today, May 30th, 2026 there are a total of 192 personnel assigned ...
05/31/2026

UPDATE: The search for Jason Coughran continues.

As of today, May 30th, 2026 there are a total of 192 personnel assigned to this search and rescue effort, to include both field search personnel and incident management personnel.

Early today there were 80 search and rescue volunteers who were inserted into Desolation Wilderness via an Air National Guard CH-47 Chinook Helicopter. An additional 60 search and rescue volunteers entered the vast search area by vehicle. 50 of those search and rescue personnel will be remaining overnight in Desolation Wilderness as they continue the search for Mr. Coughran.

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office wishes to thank all those who are assisting in this effort to locate Mr. Coughran. The agencies and community partners assisting are:
• Yosemite Search and Rescue (YOSAR)
• El Dorado County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue (EDSAR)
• Placer County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Marin County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Bay Area Mountain Rescue Unit (BAMRU)
• Douglas County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• California Search and Rescue (CALSAR)
• Nevada County Sheriff's Search and Rescue
• Tahoe Nordic Search and Rescue (TNSAR)
• San Mateo County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Yolo County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Alpine County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• Fresno County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue Mountaineering Team
• Sacramento County Sheriff Office Search and Rescue
• California Rescue Dog Association (CARDA)
• Monterey Bay Search Dogs
• Santa Clara County Sheriff Office Search and Rescue (SCCSSAR)
• Solano County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue
• California Highway Patrol
• California Office of Emergency Services (CalOES)
• California Civil Air Patrol
• California Air National Guard
• United States Forest Service
• Raley’s (South Lake Tahoe)
• Ernie’s Restaurant
• Motherlode Catering
• High Sierra Industries
• Mellow Mountain Hostel
• Margaritaville Resort Lake Tahoe
• South Lake Tahoe Refuse

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office needs your help. Our staff are actively working a search and rescue in Desolation ...
05/27/2026

The El Dorado County Sheriff's Office needs your help. Our staff are actively working a search and rescue in Desolation Wilderness with Search and Rescue staff. We are currently searching for an overdue subject, Jason Coughran. Jason is described as a white male adult, he is 60 years old, 6'02" in height and 150 pounds. He has brown hair, hazel eyes, and has an athletic build. He was hiking into Desolation Wilderness from Fallen Leaf Lake. He is believed to be wearing khaki shorts, but unknown clothing for certain. He was last heard from at approximately 4:00 pm on May 25th, 2026. If you were hiking in the area, and came across Jason, please contact the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office at: 530-621-6600 or 530-573-3051.

Please know that the weather can be unpredictable in the high elevations. Please plan accordingly when venturing in the wilderness.

As the tempature climbs in the lower elevations please remember that there is still snow in the high country.  Late in t...
05/26/2026

As the tempature climbs in the lower elevations please remember that there is still snow in the high country. Late in the afternoon on Thursday the 21st, a man was out on a mountain bike ride with his 18-month-old son in the area of Freel Peak. At elevations over 10,000 feet, he found the snow completely blocked the trail. Trying to make it back to the dirt, he pushed into the snow, but he quickly became exhausted and was not prepared to be out when the sun went down. His son also began to show signs of extreme discomfort leading him to believe his son needed medical attention.

An EDSO SAR coordinator, EDSAR Tahoe volunteers, and Echo 1 responded to assist. The survivors were quickly located by the crew of Echo 1, and they coordinated with EDSAR to come up with a plan. Two EDSAR volunteers were flown up to the shoulder of Freel Peak, a landing zone over 10,000 feet. The EDSAR volunteers hiked down to contact the man and his son. Echo 1 was able to air lift them to the SLT Airport, where they were treated by South Lake Tahoe Fire.

This was a team effort, and we would like to thank everyone, including the agencies who participated in this rescue. For everyone who adventures in El Dorado County, remember to be prepared and stay safe.

Hopefully it has been an enjoyable and safe weekend for everyone. Please take a moment to pause to remember and honor th...
05/25/2026

Hopefully it has been an enjoyable and safe weekend for everyone. Please take a moment to pause to remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Always speak their names!

05/21/2026

Be safe and have fun this Memorial Day weekend but please take a moment to pause and remember those who are no longer with us a their sacrifice. Always Speak Their Name

In September of 2021, the State of California approved AB481 which created California Government Code 7070 – 7075. These...
05/19/2026

In September of 2021, the State of California approved AB481 which created California Government Code 7070 – 7075. These government codes require California law enforcement agencies to report the ownership, purchasing, and use of a wide variety of law enforcement equipment which the statute defines as “military equipment”. The use of these tools allows Deputies and Correctional Officers to de-escalate incidents, stop violence when it occurs, and keep our community a safe place to live, work, and play. The Sheriff’s Office is hosting a community meeting and will be presenting the 2025 Military Equipment Annual Report.

Friday, May 22nd, 2026, 4:00pm
Community Room, El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office
200 Industrial Dr
Placerville, CA 95667

Join us on June 7th, 2026, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm at Green Valley Church, 3500 Missouri Flat Rd., Placerville, for a spec...
05/15/2026

Join us on June 7th, 2026, from 3:00pm to 5:30pm at Green Valley Church, 3500 Missouri Flat Rd., Placerville, for a special screening of Still Hope. This powerful film tells the story of a young girl who was trafficked against her will, rescued, and supported through her recovery. It offers a deeply moving portrayal of both the harsh realities of human trafficking and the incredible resilience of the human spirit.

Human trafficking impacts countless lives, and increasing awareness is an important step toward prevention. We hope you will join us for this meaningful event as we come together to learn, support, and stand against human trafficking.

Please be advised that Still Hope is rated PG-13 and contains strong visual scenes and content that may be disturbing to some viewers.

To register for this special screening please use the following link:
https://greenvalley.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/3633054

This event is made possible through the support of the Pure Hope Foundation and the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.

MUST RESERVE YOUR FREE SEAT - Going fast!! Get yours now! Green Valley is hosting a special FREE event for Pure Hope Foundation, with a screening of Still Hope, a powerful film that tells the story of a young girl who is trafficked, rescued and ultimately restored to wholeness.  It's a deeply m...

This week, May 12–18, 2026, marks National Police Week. The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognizes and tha...
05/13/2026

This week, May 12–18, 2026, marks National Police Week. The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognizes and thanks the dedicated law enforcement professionals who serve our communities around the clock, every day of the year, to help keep us safe.

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