On July 29th, 2022 from about 8 P.M. until 3 A.M, the Reno Police Department, Sparks Police Department, Nevada State Police and the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office conducted a joint operation to address illegal street racing and sideshows in the Truckee Meadows. The operation involved 77 officers and other staff including traffic officers, patrol officers, motor officers, undercover officers, the Sheriff’s Office R.A.V.E.N. unit and City of Reno Dispatch. The operation was partially funded by the State of Nevada, Office Traffic Safety Joining Forces Program.
The objective of the operation was to identify citizens engaging in activities related to illegal street racing and aggressively enforce violations that were observed. As a result of the collaborative effort by all agencies, the following enforcement actions were taken:
16 Arrests – 7 for DUI, 4 for Speed Contest, 1 for Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle, 1 for Felony Eluding, and 3 warrant arrests.
128 Cited Violations – Officers issued a number of citations (approximately 75) for various misdemeanor and traffic offenses. Of note, 23 individuals were issued citations for Spectating a Speed Contest which occurred on Trademark Dr. Other commonly cited offenses included reckless driving, speeding, registration and insurance violations, and equipment violations.
5 vehicles were towed.
The participating law enforcement agencies will continue to aggressively enforce offenses related to illegal street racing. Those participating in and those spectating at these events are strongly advised to discontinue engaging in these activities. Those who choose to continue to engage in these activities will be subject to future enforcement operations.
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