Following an ongoing investigation related to the male newborn found abandoned in Sun Valley on July 5, 2025, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 28-year-old Taylour Sierra Dickinson.
Dickinson has been booked on the following charges:
- Attempted Murder (NRS 200.010)
- Child Abuse, Neglect, or Endangerment (NRS 200.508)
The child is healthy and doing well under care at Renown Regional Medical Center.
Due to the sensitive nature of this incident and the involvement of a minor, no additional details will be released at this time to protect the integrity of the case and the well-being of those involved.
“This case has deeply affected our community and our Office,” said Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam. “We are grateful for the brave citizen who intervened – truly a hero whose actions saved this baby’s life – and for the work of our detectives in identifying and arresting those responsible for causing harm to this child. While we cannot undo the trauma, we do pursue justice for our most vulnerable citizens. Thank you to our partners who have and will help ensure the best possible outcome for this little boy.”
The investigation remains under active investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division at 775-328-3320, referencing case #25-3244. Information about this incident can also be sent to Secret Witness at 775-322-4900 or secretwitness.com.
As a reminder, under Nevada’s Safe Haven Law, a parent may legally surrender an infant, no questions asked at any hospital, fire station, or law enforcement agency within 30 days of birth. These locations offer safe, confidential options for anyone unable to care for a newborn.
