CHP - Placerville

08/29/2026

It is with profound sadness that the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office informs our community of the loss of Correctional Officer Ryan Marietti.

In the early morning hours of August 28, 2026, Ryan was involved in a solo-vehicle accident on Highway 50 near Strawberry, CA. This tragic accident took the life of a member of our Sheriff’s Office family and a valued member of our community.

Ryan began his career with the Sheriff’s Office in December of 2024, serving at both the Placerville and South Lake Tahoe Jails. Among his many attributes, Ryan demonstrated a strong work ethic, professionalism, and a genuine desire to grow within the Sheriff’s Office. He had set his sights on advancing through the ranks and building a career in service to our community.

Prior to his employment with the Sheriff’s Office, Ryan was a member of the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office Explorer Post 457, where he excelled and proudly represented the Post as a member of its competition team. Ryan was also an alumnus of Ponderosa High School, graduating in 2023.

Ryan will be greatly missed—not only by his family and friends, but by his EDSO family and the community he proudly chose to serve.

Ryan Marietti, J2258, always speak his name.

08/25/2026

***update (8/25/26@5:30): Newtown Rd open***

🚨 TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚨(posted 8/25/26@2:55pm)

Newtown Road is CLOSED between the two intersections with Fort Jim Road due to the .

Please avoid the area and use an alternate route. Do not enter the closure area unless directed by emergency personnel.

08/25/2026

***Update: Road open***

🚨 TRAFFIC ADVISORY 🚨(posted 8/24/26 at 5:33pm)

Due to the , Green Valley Road is CLOSED between El Dorado Road and Mallard Lane.

Please avoid the area for the time being and use an alternate route. Follow directions from emergency personnel and monitor official sources for updates.

08/20/2026

🚜 STOLEN EQUIPMENT RECOVERED IN EL DORADO COUNTY

A stolen Case backhoe has been recovered, and an additional stolen skid steer was also located during the investigation.

The Case backhoe was reported stolen and later spotted by its owner being offered for sale online. The owner recognized the equipment, confirmed it was theirs, and provided valuable information to CHP that helped lead to its recovery.

During the investigation, CHP also located the stolen skid steer on the same property.

While the California Highway Patrol is best known for keeping California’s highways safe, our mission extends well beyond the roadway. CHP officers and investigators throughout California investigate a wide range of property crimes, including vehicle and equipment theft, and work to recover stolen property and hold those responsible accountable.

We’re grateful to the owner for staying alert and taking the time to report what they saw. If you recognize your stolen property or see something suspicious, contact law enforcement. Your information can make a difference.

08/18/2026

Update (8/18/26 at 2:20pm): Mosquito Rd and Mosquito Bridge open.

Update (8/18/26 at 2:10pm): Road and bridge should be open in about 20 minutes.

🚨 TRAFFIC ADVISORY – MOSQUITO ROAD CLOSURE (posted 8/18/26 at 1:45pm)

Due to a vehicle crash, Mosquito Road is closed at the Mosquito Bridge.

The crash scene is being cleared; however, El Dorado County engineers must inspect the bridge before it can be reopened. There is currently no estimated time for reopening.

🔄 Detour: Motorists should use California State Route 193 and Rock Creek Road as an alternate route.

Please avoid the area and allow emergency crews and county personnel room to work. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

08/11/2026

🐾 LOST DOGS — NOW IN SAFE HANDS 🐾

These two pups were found wandering in the roadway on Highway 193 north of Rock Creek Road. Thankfully, they came right over to Officer Kliebe and hopped into the patrol vehicle for a ride to safety. 🚔🐶

The dogs are now in the care of El Dorado County Animal Services, where they will await reunification with their owners.

If you recognize these two or believe they may belong to you, please contact El Dorado County Animal Services.

A big thank-you to Officer Kliebe for helping these two get somewhere safe! ❤️

08/10/2026

08/10/2026

Currently there are fire personnel and other first responders responding to a vegetation fire in the area of Hawk Haven Lane and Perry Creek Road in Fairplay, El Dorado County. Information regarding this fire will be updated on this post. For information regarding the fire you can go to https://perimetermap.com/

08/10/2026

*** UPDATE: ROAD OPEN *** (posted 8/10/26 at 6:42pm)

🚨 ROAD CLOSURE – SR-49 just north of Cool, CA (posted 8/10/26 at 2:40 pm)

SR-49 is CLOSED in both directions between Cool and Auburn, north of Teichert Quarry, due to a big rig crash. The closure will be extended for cleanup.

Motorists traveling between Cool and Auburn should avoid SR-49 and use an alternate route. Please allow additional travel time and follow directions from emergency personnel and Caltrans.