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Alleged drug dealer found asleep at the wheel

KINGMAN – On Friday, November 29, at about 6:15 a.m., Kingman Police arrested Alejandro Antonio Amaro, 30 of Kingman, on multiple drug-related charges Officers responded to the report of a man asleep behind the wheel of a white Chevrolet truck in the intersection of Andy Devine Ave. and Airway Ave., and arrived to find Amaro asleep.  During the investigation Amaro was found to be in possession of over 16 grams of methamphetamine, a stolen firearm, and the associated drug paraphernalia.  Amaro was also found to be in possession of several cell phones, and a prohibited possessor of firearms.  Based on…

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UniSource Energy Services warns of ongoing cam Efforts

MOHAVE COUNTY – UniSource Energy Services is warning residents and business owners to protect themselves from suspicious phone calls, text messages, letters and visits in the light of ongoing attempts from scammers falsely claiming to work for the company. UniSource has joined more than 100 other electric, gas and water utilities in North America in an awareness campaign designed to help customers recognize the high-pressure techniques used in ongoing scams. Most of the concerns involve someone claiming to be a UniSource employee and threatening to disconnect their electric service unless they made immediate payments – often giving them an hour or…

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Generous donation for officer safety

KINGMAN – On Tuesday, Nov. 26, Scott and Emilie Preston of Preston Investments, presented a check for $5,000 to the Kingman Police Department (KPD) to be used for officer safety. The funds will be used for equipment and supplies that will enhance the safety of KPD officers. During this holiday season the Kingman Police Department is especially thankful for the continued support of our community partners. From left to right, Lt. Brian Zach, Scott Preston, Chief Bob DeVries, Deputy Chief Rusty Cooper. Photo courtesy Kingman Police Department

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Public safety, dumping is a focal point for citizens

MOHAVE COUNTY – A meeting for the Mohave County Board of Supervisors was held on Dec 2. During the meeting three separate issues pertaining to safety and resident welfare were addressed. Amanda Kaufman of Kingman raised concerns about the safety of public roads during the inclement weather. Kaufman spoke about the recent difficulties of the Pine Lake community of the Hualapai Mountains. Kaufman mentioned years of snow and ice storms and drivers struggling to drive safely. Kaufman stated that she witnessed tailgating, loss of motor control, a near accident, and an actual accident, all caused by the icy conditions. “Had…

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Alleged burglar arrested near victim’s home

KINGMAN – Mohave County Sheriff’s Office(MCSO) deputies arrested Dimitri Jacob Wise, 18, of Kingman, for first degree criminal trespassing, third degree burglary, theft of means of transportation, all felonies; misdemeanor criminal damage, and an active arrest warrant. On November 24 at about 11:45 a.m., deputies responded to a residence in the 2100 block of Devlin Ave. in reference to an attempted burglary. The homeowner showed deputies video footage of a man entering the property and attempting to steal a quad from inside his fenced property. During contact with the homeowner, a Wise was observed down the street matching the suspect’s…

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Couple raided, charged with drugs for sale

BULLHEAD CITY – The Mohave Area General Narcotics Enforcement Team (MAGNET), with assistance from Gang & Immigration Intelligence Team Enforcement Mission (GITEM) and Bullhead City Police detectives, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 1900 block of Castleberry Lane as a result of a drug sales investigation. On the morning of November 27, police arrested Thomas and Sandra Kleve after officers located approximately 252 grams of methamphetamine, which is a street value of over $12,500. During the search, police also found 256 grams of marijuana and a firearm. Thomas Charles Kleve, 65, was arrested for possession of dangerous…

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