No new COVID-19 cases, no deaths reported on Monday
MOHAVE COUNTY – The Mohave County Health Department (MCDPH) Nursing staff has been notified of no new confirmed COVID-19 cases reported Monday. There are also no new deaths reported.
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Stabbing suspect apprehended
LAKE HAVASU CITY – Officers used non-lethal means to arrest a combative attempted homicide suspect in Lake Havasu City. An anonymous tip Friday afternoon put authorities on the trail of Gary Edwin Pappilli, 63. Mohave County sheriff’s office spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said deputies, detectives and police located Pappilli’s vehicle before trying to make contact with occupants of a home in the 3500 block of Grelle Street. “Pappilli began yelling at the officers from inside the home, threatening that he had bombs and would blow the houe up,” Mortensen said. “Deputies began making announcements over their onboard PA systems for Pappilli…
Open business benchmark set for Mohave County
MOHAVE COUNTY – Some gyms, bars, movie theaters and water related business enterprises shuttered by Governor Doug Ducey’s COVID-19 executive orders can apply to reopen in Mohave County. Department of Public Health Director Denise Burley said that became possible last Thursday morning when the Arizona Department of Health Services reported that Mohave County has enjoyed a two week stretch of less than 10% case positivity. Burley said the businesses must submit an “attestation” to the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) which essentially involves a pledge of commitment to complying with guidelines for operating their establishment. “With an attestation, indoor…
AZGFD wildlife managers need sportsmen to be extra “eyes and ears”
Arizona has almost 114 million square miles of harsh deserts, rugged canyons, sweeping plateaus and thick forests that are spread across some 15 counties. That’s a lot of territory to cover for the 97 wildlife managers, or game wardens, of the Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD). It’s a monumental task, done daily by dedicated people who are charged with being part officer, part biologist, part educator, and all-the-time conduit to the public. With the start of Arizona’s big game hunting seasons right around the corner, AZGFD is asking sportsmen to help ensure the state’s most precious resource —…
Stabber sought for attempted murder
LAKE HAVASU CITY – The Mohave County Sheriff’s office seeks help from the public in locating a man wanted for an attempted murder in Lake Havasu City. Agency spokeswoman Anita Mortensen said 63-year-old Gary Pappilli allegedly stabbed another man during an early Thursday evening altercation at a home in the 2000 block of Quartzite Pl. The 77-year-old victim required medical attention for multiple stab wounds. Citizens are advised to avoid contact with Pappilli who is considered to be dangerous. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to call the sheriff’s office (928-753-0755 or toll free 800-522-4312). Dave Hawkins
Fire closes local eatery
KINGMAN – No one was hurt when a popular downtown Kingman eatery was evacuated Sunday, August 30, when smoke filled its kitchen area. Kingman Fire Department personnel responded to Calico’s on Beale St. at 3:23 p.m. Assistant Fire Chief crews detected an electrical fire had spread through the attic area of the restaurant. He said little if any flame was evident though the electrical incident caused significant smoke damage between the ceiling and rooftop. Eaton said new trusses and other extensive repairs will be required before Calico’s can reopen. Dave Hawkins
