Sheriff Darin Balaam

27th Sheriff of Washoe County, Nevada

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

I was so saddened to hear the news of the tragic loss of Lt. Lloyd of the @LVMPD today. May you Rest in Peace, Lt. Lloyd. I am sending my thoughts & prayers to your family, friends and Metro.

[LVMPD @LVMPD]

The LVMPD mourns the passing of Lieutenant Erik Lloyd.

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Here’s my statement on the Governor’s mask directive.

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam's official statement regarding Governor's mask directive https://t.co/e033RcERp6

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

My statement on @LVMPD officer and the current climate today.

[Washoe County @washoecounty]

In addition to the @CityofReno, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY, Washoe County is also under curfew until 7am tomorrow morning.

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Tonight, our community is continuing to face hardship and we are just as angry about the events that happened in Minneapolis as those demonstrating. But please, for the safety of yourself, your family members, and our community, please go home peacefully.

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

Sheriff Darin Balaam's statement on events in downtown Reno:
https://t.co/M9lCnymJFY

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

As a law enforcement leader, it's time we stand up and call out those few who choose to disgrace our badge, tarnish our profession and absolutely abuse their authority. We all took an oath "to protect and serve and uphold the Constitution." It's time we hold our own to that oath.

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

This morning, my youngest asked me "Dad, why didn't the police officers listen to that man when he said he couldn't breathe? Do your police officers do that? No one helped him, Dad, and they showed it on the news."

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Big fan of @WashoeSheriff's new twitter profile pic. Nice job, team!

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Our CERT volunteers are vital and on behalf of the entire @WashoeSheriff office, I thank them for their selfless service to our community!

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

What an awesome honor for our amazing CERT volunteers! Thank you @NVHealthRespon1. And thank you to our CERT volunteers for all they do for all of @washoecounty!

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Thank you @HeidiGansert! We are certainly trying to spread some cheer in our community. We will get through this together!

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Some of our motor & patrol units stepped up to make a little boy's birthday yesterday and I could not be a more #ProudSheriff! Thank you to @KTVN for sharing this video - and thank you to the deputies involved!
https://t.co/vZs6Qqn8ce

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Let's keep up the great work and #StayHomeForNevada!

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Today, I announced our PIO Bob Harmon is retiring at the end of May & that we've hired Sarah Johns as our new PIO. Thank you to you, Bob, & your family for all the sacrifices you've made for our @WashoeSheriff family. Job well done! Welcome to the family, Sarah!

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

We did a little something fun for all the students working hard while distance learning. Enjoy a little #StorytimeWithASheriff this weekend: https://t.co/pgSeobK5yq

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Lead with us! #StayAtHome

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

@sheriffbalaam has a special message for our whole community. This weekend, we all have a choice. We hope you make the choice to lead with us.

****** 👀WATCH👇*******
WCSO COVID-19 UPDATE | A message for the Washoe County Community
https://t.co/x1qYwqyRJ9

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

I'm so proud of all our deputies! We will get through this together! #COVID19

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

Sheriff Balaam reassures Washoe County residents that “while you’re at home, our deputies are on patrol. Deputies are keeping an eye on businesses so we ask that you remain at home, remain calm, and remember that we will get through this together.”

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

My #1 priority is the health and safety of our employees and those we serve. Great example, patrol! #ProudSheriff

[Washoe Sheriff @WashoeSheriff]

We are taking social distancing seriously here at the Sheriff’s Office. This morning’s patrol briefing was held at a local parking lot so deputies had plenty of safe space while meeting.

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Check out the new informational resources from @WashoeCounty for #COVID19 symptoms and testing in our County.

[Washoe County @washoecounty]

New resources in #English and #Spanish to share, explaining steps to take if you have symptoms & the #COVID19 testing process #coronavirus #WashoeHands

[Washoe County @washoecounty]

#WashoeCounty issues Declaration of Emergency, to protect residents, gain resources. Details here: https://t.co/ptM36sc8zx

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Here's a link to my full release: https://t.co/ZgSLcw5n8Y

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

The @WashoeSheriff office has made some adjustments to our operations as a result of #COVID19. A thread ...

[Sheriff Darin Balaam @sheriffbalaam]

Our number one priority is the safety and security of our employees and those we serve. I understand the measures we have instituted today will be difficult and will present challenges, but I firmly believe they are necessary to help reduce the spread of COVID19 in our community.