Bullhead & Laughlin News

07/11/2025

On July 1, Bullhead City Police Department received an anonymous letter of allegations of child abuse and neglect involving two young girls, ages 4 and 8.
On July 2, a packet containing photographs of bruising and written allegations detailing prolonged punitive measures, food deprivation, and child neglect was submitted. The mother of the children allegedly refused to permit the Department of Child Safety (DCS) to conduct a welfare check at the residence. Furthermore, the mother and her boyfriend, Matthew Cook, declined to cooperate with detectives or allow a welfare check on the children. Detectives conducted interviews with other family members and executed a search warrant at the apartment, located in the 1500 block of Paseo Grande, on July 10. A loaded firearm was discovered within the residence, accessible to the children. Detectives determined that Matthew Cook was the primary caregiver and had inflicted physical injuries on the children while in his care. The case will be reviewed by the Mohave County Attorney's Office for potential charges against the mother. The children were placed into the custody of DCS. Cook was subsequently booked into the Mohave County Jail in Kingman.
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07/09/2025

The Bullhead City Police Department is urging the public to remain vigilant as investigators look into two alarming scam cases where local victims were tricked into handing over tens of thousands of dollars in cash………..

The Bullhead City Police Department is urging the public to remain vigilant as investigators look into two alarming scam cases where local victims were tricked into handing over tens of thousands o…

07/09/2025

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At approximately 4:01 PM on Tuesday, July 8th, emergency crews responded to a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Bullhead Parkway and Adobe Road.

🚑 One person with unknown injuries was transported to Western Arizona Regional Medical Center. The extent of their condition is currently unknown.

The cause of the crash is under investigation. No further details have been released at this time.

Stay with Bullhead Laughlin News for updates as more information becomes available.

07/08/2025

On Thursday, July 3, Mohave County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence in the 26000 block of N. Driftwood Drive in Meadview for a reported aggravated assault. The caller advised that a male subject had been stabbed and the suspect had fled the scene……..

Mohave County, AZ | July 3, 2025 On Thursday, July 3, Mohave County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a residence in the 26000 block of N. Driftwood Drive in Meadview for a reported aggravated assaul…

07/08/2025

Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Detectives have arrested Joseph Dewayne Chipman, 40, of Mohave Valley, in connection with an ongoing child exploitation investigation……

Mohave County, AZ | July 1, 2025 Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Detectives have arrested Joseph Dewayne Chipman, 40, of Mohave Valley, in connection with an ongoing child exploitation investigation…

07/08/2025

On Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at approximately 2:14 a.m., emergency crews were dispatched to a reported structure fire in the 2500 block of Country Club Lane. Shortly after the initial call, a second report came in stating that a male was seen pushing a vehicle out to the street.

When crews arrived on scene, they found a vehicle fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters quickly worked to extinguish the blaze.

This is all the information we have available at this time. Further updates will be provided as they become available.

07/07/2025

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July 5, 2025

On Saturday, July 5, Mohave County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of gunfire in the 5400 block of E. Nogales Drive in Topock. A second 911 caller advised that someone had been shot.

Upon arrival, deputies located and detained a suspect, identified as 27-year-old Quintin Antonio Vesga of Las Vegas. While being taken into custody, deputies observed an apparent gunshot wound to Vesga’s left hand.

Deputies entered the residence and discovered a deceased male, later identified as 67-year-old Dennis Wayne Morris of Topock.

Sheriff’s Detectives responded to the scene and took over the investigation. According to early findings, Vesga had reportedly been using illegal drugs and alcohol the night prior. At some point, he believed he was experiencing a nightmare, retrieved a firearm, and shot himself in the hand. He then began discharging the weapon multiple times inside the home, fatally striking the victim.

Vesga was arrested for Second-Degree Murder and transported to a Las Vegas hospital for treatment. Upon release, he will be booked into the Mohave County Adult Detention Facility in Kingman.

07/07/2025

Bullhead City, AZ – On Saturday, July 5, 2025, at approximately 4:15 p.m., emergency crews responded to the 1200 block of Riverfront Drive following a report of a missing man in the Colorado River.

Witnesses stated the man had entered the water to retrieve a hat but failed to resurface. Bullhead City Police, along with multiple partner agencies, launched an extensive search utilizing dive teams, air support, and water and land units. The search efforts continued into the evening and resumed the following morning.

On Monday, July 7, around 9:30 a.m., authorities were called to the 800 block of Riverfront Drive for a report of a deceased body in the water. The victim was identified as 48-year-old Manuel Guillermo Segura of Covina, California — the same man reported missing two days prior.

The incident appears to be an accidental drowning. No foul play is suspected.

Assisting agencies included:
Nevada Department of Wildlife, Arizona Game and Fish Department, Bullhead City Fire Department, Water Rescue Safety, Arizona Department of Public Safety Air Rescue (Flagstaff), Classic Air Medical, and the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Boating Safety Unit and Dive Team.

07/07/2025

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07/06/2025

The body of a 48-year-old California man who had been missing in the Colorado River since Saturday afternoon was recovered Monday morning, not far from his last known location. According to Emily Fromelt, a spokeswoman for the Bullhead City Police Department, the body was retrieved from the river in the vicinity of the 800 block of Riverfront Drive. The individual was last spotted around 4 p.m. on Saturday in the area of the 1200 block of Riverfront Drive, where he attempted to retrieve his hat and was subsequently swept away by the current. Rescue efforts utilizing personal watercraft were unsuccessful.

Authorities have suspended the search for a 56-year-old California man who went missing in the Colorado River near the 1200 block of Riverfront Drive in Bullhead City. The Bullhead City Police Department reported that search operations were halted around dusk Saturday due to low visibility, approximately four hours after the man was last seen underwater. Efforts are expected to resume at first light on Sunday.

It remains unclear whether the man intentionally jumped or accidentally fell from a personal watercraft near Trane Road. Officials confirmed he was not wearing a life jacket at the time.

Search crews focused on areas between Trane and Rotary Park on the Arizona side, and throughout Big Bend State Park on the Nevada side. Multiple agencies participated in the operation, including Bullhead City Police and Fire, Arizona DPS, Water Rescue Services, and Arizona Game & Fish, utilizing personnel on the shoreline, in the air, and both above and below the water’s surface.

No further details were available as of Saturday night.

07/06/2025

7/5/25 at 1613 hours: Bullhead City Police Department received a report of a 56 year old hispanic male from California who fell off of his personal watercraft into the Colorado River. Witnesses advised the male was not wearing a life jacket and fell into the water in the 1200 block of Riverfront Drive. Witnesses advised they did not see the male emerge from the water and the watercraft continued down river with the current.

Bullhead City Police Department, with multiple partner agencies, are searching the river for the male including dive teams, helicopters, water and land units.

The male is described as 5’11”, approximately 210 lbs, with a shaved head, brown eyes. Last seen wearing board shorts and a white long sleeve shirt.

Any information can be provided to BHCPD Dispatch 928-763-1999.

07/05/2025

Happy 4th Of July! The Fireworks will start at 9PM. The 22-minute extended display this year can be viewed from various locations, including below the dam, north of Community Park, and along the River Walk in Laughlin. Tune into KRAZY 96.9 FM to hear the Simulcast music.