Lovelock Police Department

MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission of the Lovelock Police Department is to enforce the laws and ordinances of the City, County, and State, safeguard life and property, prevent and detect crime, preserve the peace, and protect the rights of all citizens.



INTEGRITY We uphold the public trust by being honest. We maintain the highest standards of ethical and moral character.


FAIRNESS We treat everyone with respect and dignity in an unbiased manner. We protect constitutional rights through impartial enforcement of the law.


SERVICE We provide dedicated and compassionate assistance by promoting leadership, cooperation, and creativity. We aspire to improve the quality of life in partnership with the community.

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Chief Michael J. Mancebo

Appointed on January 25, 1999, at just 30 years old, Chief Michael J. Mancebo made history as the youngest Police Chief in the state of Nevada.


Before taking the helm of the department, Chief Mancebo spent seven years with the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office, where he served as a Sergeant and K-9 Handler. Upon transitioning to the city, Chief Mancebo and his narcotics detection partner, Buster, brought their established experience directly to the agency to continue serving the community.


Beyond his daily department leadership, Chief Mancebo is a long-standing contributor to state and national law enforcement governance. He is an active member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) as well as an active member and past President of the Nevada Sheriffs’ and Chiefs’ Association. Deeply committed to public service, he also volunteers his time with numerous local and statewide civic organizations.

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Kid Print and Child Identification Program

The Lovelock Police Department offers the KID PRINT Child Identification System to help protect local youth. This program provides parents and guardians with a durable, credit-card-style ID containing essential details for quick identification during an emergency.


Card Details & Features

  1. Front: Child’s photo, full name, date of birth, physical description (height, weight, eye/hair color), and parent/guardian contact information.
  2. Back: The child’s right thumbprint.


Why It Matters

When a child goes missing, every second counts. Having a KID PRINT card allows parents to immediately provide law enforcement with accurate, up-to-date information, saving critical time during a search.


Funding & Privacy

  1. Cost: Provided to the public free of charge, thanks to grant funding from the Nevada Department of Public Safety / Office of Criminal Justice Assistance.
  2. Database Security: The details you provide generate your child's physical card and are maintained in a secure, non-criminal database strictly reserved for emergency use.

In Memory of K9 Buster

1996-2006

K9 Buster served a long and distinguished career in law enforcement with both the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office and the Lovelock Police Department as a certified Narcotics Detection Canine.


Early Career & Pershing County Sheriff’s Office Buster was acquired from Cedar Homes Kennel in Stanwood, Washington, where he received his specialized narcotics detection training. He began his official service with the Pershing County Sheriff’s Office in May 1996 alongside his first partner, Deputy Kenji Okuma. Just one month into their partnership, in June 1996, Buster made a major seizure, locating 87 pounds of marijuana.

In June 1997, Buster was paired with Sergeant Michael Mancebo. The two traveled to Stanwood, Washington, to complete their handler training team certification.


Lovelock Police Department & Inter-Agency Service When Sgt. Mancebo was appointed Chief of Police for the City of Lovelock in January 1999, Buster transitioned with him to the city department. Together, they continued their proactive narcotics work, including a notable traffic stop seizure of nearly 13 pounds of marijuana entering Lovelock.

Throughout his career, Buster’s talent was routinely requested by regional partners. He assisted numerous agencies, including:

  1. Nevada Highway Patrol
  2. Nevada Department of Parole and Probation
  3. Humboldt/Pershing Narcotics Task Force
  4. Nevada Department of Corrections


Retirement & Legacy Buster officially retired in 2005 due to health reasons. Even in retirement, he remained a loyal companion to Chief Mancebo, continuing to visit City Hall every day. Following a brave battle with declining health, K9 Buster passed away on April 13, 2006. His decade of service and dedication to Pershing County and the City of Lovelock will always be remembered.

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