Crime & Safety
RivCo Sheriff's Estate Auction: Jewelry, Cars, Collectibles, Electronics
See the items online, or in person for the Public Administrator Estate Auction which begins May 13.

RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CA— The Riverside County Sheriff's Department's annual online auction is underway, starting at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 13. Opening bids are already in place. for many items that go live in under 6 days.
"Browse page after page of listings of automobiles, appliances, musical instruments, and other items from estates placed under the management of the department, prompting an open invitation for all interested bidders to register in advance," said Assistant Public Administrator Natasha L. Rangel.
In 2026, the Hesperia-based Bid Fast & Last is coordinating with the Sheriff's Office of the Public Administrator to provide the internet-based engagement, scheduled for 10 a.m. on May 13. See the items online, or in person.
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Officials said interested bidders will be permitted, by appointment only, to view items on the auction block in person at the sheriff's Perris warehouse, 800 S. Redlands Ave., where they're stored. The preview is slated to take place just ahead of the auction.
Items up for grabs include Lexus and Honda sedans, old coins and currency, some of which is collectible, silver and jeweled necklaces and bracelets, pocket and wrist watches, refrigerators, cabinets, stereos, televisions and computer monitors.
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Among the standouts in the assortment are an electric guitar in the shape of an M-16 combat rifle, an antique rolltop desk, mid-century modern lamps, an indoor "pop-a-shot" basketball hoop and a range of Harley-Davidson parts and accessories.
Bidding will be available via bidfastandlast.com, using the page "Riverside Public Administrator Auction May 2026."
The Office of the Public Administrator assumes control of some estates within the county's jurisdiction when there are no heirs.
See the items online, or in person, and don't forget to advance register for the Wednesday, May 13, auction.
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