Washoe County Sheriff’s Office detectives continue to lead the regional investigation of a Sparks Police Department officer involved shooting that occurred on Victorian Avenue near the RTC Centennial Plaza late Wednesday, August 4, 2021.
As previously reported, Sparks Police officers initially responded to a report of a man armed with a gun in the 1400 block of Victorian Avenue shortly before 11:00 p.m. The location is near several hotels and due to Hot August Nights, high-traffic tourist attractions.
Upon arrival, officers saw the suspect and began communicating with the armed man. After a series of events where officers were attempting to deescalate the situation, an officer involved shooting occurred.
The suspect was transported to a local hospital for treatment and has undergone surgery. No other civilians or officers were injured in this incident.
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 Reno Police Department, and the Washoe County District Attorney’s Office.
Investigators released the scene and opened Victorian Avenue shortly after 9:30 a.m. Once completed, the investigation will be forwarded to the District Attorney for his review.
This is an ongoing investigation, anyone with information that can assist the investigation is asked to call the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division at (775) 328-3320 or Secret Witness at (775) 322-4900. Refer to case number WC21-3740.
Additional updates will be provided as they become available.
