Melissa Malmstedt Convicted of Principal to First Degree Murder with the Use of a Deadly Weapon
MINDEN, Nev. –– On October 21, 2026, Melissa Malmstedt, 43, was convicted in Douglas County Ninth Judicial District Court of principal to first-degree murder with the use of a deadly weapon, in connection with the 2023 death of Paul “Adam” Mulkey, 42.
Sheriff Daniel J. Coverley praised the members of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office who worked on the investigation and helped bring the case to a successful conclusion.
“I want to congratulate the men and women of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office for their hard work and dedication throughout this case,” Sheriff Coverley said. “I am extremely proud of our team and their commitment to seeking justice for Adam and his family.”
Sheriff Coverley also expressed his appreciation to the Douglas County District Attorney’s Office for its professionalism, preparation, and dedication throughout the prosecution.
“Justice is not achieved by one person or one agency,” Sheriff Coverley said. “It requires cooperation between law enforcement, the District Attorney’s Office, and members of our community. The public was also instrumental in the successful investigation and prosecution of this case.”
The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office extends its continued thoughts to the family and loved ones of Paul “Adam” Mulkey and appreciates everyone who assisted investigators during the course of this investigation.
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