Theft suspect caught

On November 7, 2022, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies responded to a report of a theft from a residence, resulting in approximately $8,000 loss of jewelry. During an investigation by Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detectives, it was determined that Johnny Earl was responsible for the theft while employed as an in-home caretaker for veterans and the elderly. On January 19, 2023, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Deputies arrested Johnny Earl for the following charges: Theft, Grand Larceny, Possession of Stolen Property, and Obtaining Money by False Pretenses.