For Immediate Release

October 20, 2021

Washoe County Detectives lead Officer involved shooting investigation

Officers from the Reno and Sparks Police Department and Deputies from the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office responded to the area of Golden Valley Drive and US Highway 395 on a report of an officer involved shooting just before 1:00 p.m. today, October 19, 2021.

The Washoe County Regional Officer Involved Shooting Protocol has been activated. The Sheriff’s Office is the lead agency for this investigation, working with investigators from the Sparks and Reno Police Departments, and the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office.

Additional updates will be provided as they become available.

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Media Phone (Non-Active Incidents): (775) 484-9821
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