Woman wanted for alleged check fraud in Carson City

The Carson City Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a woman accused of check fraud.

Detectives with the Investigation Division were looking into the case on Menlo Drive in Carson City Thursday, November 15, 2018, when they say the suspect, identified as Debra Tridigo-Mendes, jumped out an apartment window and ran away.

Tridigo-Mendes has two warrants from Carson City Justice Court for contempt of court.

She also allegedly left her two children, ages five and eight, inside the home without proper supervision. The children were released to the State of Nevada Child and Family Services.

Anyone with information about her whereabouts is encouraged to contact the Carson City Sheriff’s Office, Dispatch (775) 887-2677, Investigation Division, Detective Sam Hatley (775)283-7852, Investigations Captain Brian Humphrey (775)283-7850 or Secret Witness (775)322-4900. You can remain anonymous.