For Immediate Release

August 16, 2025

SHOOTING INCIDENT IN SUN VALLEY

Today, Saturday, August 16, 2025, at approximately 3:57 a.m., the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of shots fired in the area of Sun Valley Boulevard.

Deputies arrived on scene within minutes and located an adult male victim suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Medical personnel were staged nearby and quickly transported the victim to a local hospital for treatment. The condition of the victim is not being released at this time.

Detectives from the Sheriff’s Office are actively investigating the incident and, at this time, there is no immediate threat to the public.

This is an ongoing investigation.  Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Non-Emergency Dispatch at 775-785-WCSO (9276), referencing case #WC25-4097. Information about this case can also be sent anonymously to Secret Witness at 775-322-4900 or secretwitness.com.

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Media Phone (Non-Active Incidents): (775) 484-9821
Patrol Media Phone (Active Incidents Only): (775) 721-0076

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