Lassen County Sheriff update on Death in Custody

Lassen County Sheriff update on Death in Custody -On Thursday, August 14, 2025, the Susanville Police Department (SPD) arrested 55-year-old Robert Wayne Simpson for disturbing the peace, which they believed was likely to continue. He was booked into the Lassen County Jail after Officers... Read More.

Lassen County Crime Stoppers Fights Local Crime

Lassen County Crime Stoppers works to make our community safer by offering cash rewards for tips that lead to the arrest or prosecution of a suspect. The group regularly partners with local law enforcement, posting lists of wanted individuals on social media and in... Read More.

Lassen County Surplus Vehicle Auction Now Open for Bids

The County of Lassen invites sealed bids for a Surplus Vehicle Auction. Viewing of surplus vehicles is open to the public on August 21st and 22nd 2025, between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the Lassen County Sheriff motor pool facility... Read More.

Herlong Man Convicted of Child Sexual Abuse

ANTHONY MICHAEL AMERO, 35, of Herlong, CA, was found guilty by jury last week of violating two counts of Penal Code section 288.7(a), sexual intercourse or sodomy with a child under 10, and two counts of Penal Code section 288.7(b), sexual penetration or oral... Read More.