Wednesday, September 28, 2016

0148    South: Armed Robbery, Firearm @ Hunter Lake & Idlewild Drive.

The victims were approached by the suspect who exited a vehicle, threatened them with a gun and demanded their property.  The suspect is described as: H/M/A, 5’6”-5’7” tall, 150lbs., LSW a grey hooded sweatshirt & baggy jeans.

Case #16-18496

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

0450    South:  Arrest - Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Firearm on Moran.

The victim and suspect were involved in a physical altercation when the suspect struck the victim over the head with a gun.  The gun then discharged causing a non-life threatening injury to the victim.  Justin Nikolas Smith, DOB 11/1/1995, was arrested on the above charge.

Case #16-18428

Since September of 2014, the Reno Police Department has responded to approximately 700 calls for service from concerned citizens related to illegal street racing.  These illegal races have been the cause of numerous citizen complaints, and several deaths from vehicle crashes.   After a recent operation in August, which resulted in 16 spectators of an illegal motorcycle race being cited, Reno Police still continue to get reports of illegal street racing throughout our city. 

Over the next several weeks, Reno Police Officers will be looking for illegal street races in North and South Reno where we have received the majority of illegal racing reports.   Anyone who is a participant or spectator during these races could be arrested and fined up to $1,000.  Since September 2014 Reno Police have issued over 151 citations related to illegal street racing.   

Citizens who see illegal street racing occurring are encouraged to contact Reno Direct at (775) 334-INFO (4636) to report it to the Reno Police Department.  

Fighting crime and stopping illegal street racing is not a job Reno Police can do on our own – It takes all of us working together to make Reno a safe community. 

“Your Police, Our Community”

Monday September 26, 2016

1311    North: Armed Robbery, Firearm on Sierra Highlands Dr. 

The armed suspect entered the store, approached the employee and demanded the money from the register.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  The suspect is described as:  W/M/A, mid thirties to mid forties, short dark hair, facial hair, LSW a black t-shirt, jeans, black baseball cap, and black shoes with white on the sole.

Case #16-18380 

2140    Central: Arrest - Trespassing / O&R on Record St.

Officers responded to a subject that was refusing to leave the property. Upon contact the suspect challenged them and then attempted to flee.  Robert Hooper, DOB 6/15/1972, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18418

Thursday, September 22, 2016 

0005    Central: Arrest - Prescription Fraud / Trafficking on North Virginia St.

The suspects had attempted to pass fraudulent prescriptions. Brandi Hoelscher-Price, DOB 7/22/1972, was arrested on the above charges as well as ID Theft.  Anthony Behr, DOB 3/13/1985, and Zack Ahmed, DOB 4/10/1977, were arrested on the above charges as well as Burglary.

Case #16-18053 

0454    Central: Arrest - Domestic Battery / O&R on Lake St.

Gilberto Torres, DOB 10/8/1955, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18061

2057    South: Arrest - Residential Burglary on Humboldt St.

The victim returned home to find the front door open, the house ransacked and the suspect lying in the back yard.  Devin Horgan, DOB 4/29/1994, was arrested on the above charge.

Case #16-18126

2115    South: Arrest – Robbery @ Kietzke & Moana.

The victim had attempted to stop the suspects from leaving without paying for       merchandise when the suspects said they had a gun and threatened him.  The suspects     were located a short distance away.  Alfredo Casillas Jr., DOB 9/21/1992, Bryce   Blackhat, DOB 7/23/1996, and a juvenile, were arrested on the above charges. Tyler    Velasquez, DOB 1/15/1995, was arrested on the above charge as well as Poss. of Drug   Paraphernalia. 

Friday, September 23, 2016 

0232    North: Arrest - Trespassing / O&R on North Wells Ave.

Officers responded to a suspect who was asked to leave the property but refused.  When officers made contact with the suspect he became combative.  Jarvis Washington, DOB 12/2/19825, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18137 

0346    Central: Arrest – Trespassing / Poss. of Drug Para. / O&R on North Virginia St.

Officers responded to a suspect who refused to leave the property even after he had been escorted off the property early in the evening.  When officers made contact with the suspect he became combative.  Julius Lugo, DOB 3/30/1993, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18140 

2137    South:  ADW, Machete on South Virginia St.

The victim was confronted by the suspect who swung a machete at him.  Another subject intervened and began to batter the suspect.  The suspect then fled and there is no suspect description at this time.

Case #16-18218 

2143    North: Attempted Armed Robbery, Firearm on North Hills Blvd.

The armed suspect approached the clerk and demanded the money from the till.  When the clerk refused the suspect pepper-sprayed him and then fled.  There was no reported loss.  The suspect is described as: W/M/A, 6’ tall, 200 lbs., LSW a dark colored hat and a brown Carhartt jacket.

Case #16-18216 

2249    North: Commercial Burglary on North Virginia St.

Officers responded to an alarm and found the front door open and damage to a wall.  There was no reported loss and there are no suspects at this time.

Case #16-18221 

2340    South: Home Invasion / Attempted Robbery on South Virginia St.

            Officers responded back to the area from a precious call earlier in the evening.  The victim said the suspects kicked in the front door and then threatened to steal her property.  A neighbor intervened and scared the suspects off.  There are no suspect descriptions at this time.

Case #16-18225           

Saturday, September 24, 2016 

0035    North: Battery with Substantial Injury on Bisby St.

The victims were confronted by the suspects and a fight ensued causing serious injury to one of the victims.  The suspects are only described as #1 H/M/A, 5’11” tall, 220 lbs., late teens, wavy hair, glasses, LSW a baggy white t-shirt and jeans, and multiple Black males.

Case #16-18226 

0227    North: Arrest – ADW, Firearm @ Keystone & Durango Ct.

Officers were in the area when they heard a gunshot and observed an occupied vehicle fleeing the area.  The driver of the vehicle then parked and a couple of the subjects fled on foot.  After investigation Michael Stewart, DOB 10/17/1995, was arrested on the above charge. 

Case #16-18233           

0815    North: Armed Robbery on North Virginia St.

See News Release.

Case #16-18243 

2335    Central: Arrest - Open Container / O&R on East 6^th St.

Officers were taking the suspect into custody when he became uncooperative and refused their commands.  Arthur Figueroa, DOB 5/26/1962, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18287 

Sunday, September 25, 2016 

1414    North: Arrest - Domestic Battery / DOP / O&R / Battery on Peace Officer on Mount             Dana Dr.

Alexandrea Wurthmann, DOB 11/21/1984, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-18313 

Monday, September 26, 2016 

0423    South: Armed Robbery on Steamboat Pkwy.

See News Release.

Case #16-18345

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

0626    South:  Arrest – Littering / O&R / MIC / Poss. of Marijuana on Lakeside Dr.

Officers responded to a report of subjects creating a disturbance in the park.  Upon contact, the suspect attempted to flee.  D’Andre Scholer, DOB 2/21/1997, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17993

1350    South:  Shots Fired on Moana Ln.

Officers responded to numerous calls of a vehicle vs. scooter accident with shots being fired.  Upon arrival they located several shell casings.  There were no reported victims or injuries but the investigation is ongoing.

Case #16-18010

Wednesday, September 21, 2016

0142    Central: Arrest – Traffic Offenses / Illegal Alien in Poss. of Firearm / PCS / Poss. of Drug Paraphernalia / Trafficking @ 4^th & Lake St.

Officers observed the suspect run a red light and conducted a Traffic Stop.  Gerardo Morales, DOB 10/16/1986, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17990

Wednesday September 21, 2016 starts the Street Vibrations Fall Rally.  The Reno Police Department is expecting large crowds and lots of motorcycles in our area during this five day event.  In preparation for this year’s rally, Reno Police will again provide event security by dedicating Officers to several venues throughout the city.  We also will install safety bollards throughout the Downtown Reno venue which will prevent unwanted vehicular traffic in the interior of the event for the safety of spectators and participants. 

As with any big event in our city, Reno Police want to remind event participants and citizens traveling in the Downtown area of some basic safety tips and laws.   

• Motorcycle riders need to have a motorcycle endorsement on their state issued drivers license to legally drive on public roads in Nevada  
• Anyone riding a motorcycle on public roads is required to wear a DOT approved helmet and protective eyewear if their motorcycle is not equipped with a windscreen 
• Motorcycle riders from California and other states need to remember that splitting travel lanes is illegal in the State of Nevada
• Illegal street racing outside of sanctioned venue events will be strictly enforced
• Drivers of motor vehicles need to double check their mirrors for motorcyclists as they can quickly appear out of nowhere
• Ensure you park your motorcycle in a well lit and secure area
• Don’t drink and drive 

There will also be street closures that could affect commuters and those traveling in certain areas of Reno.   The affected streets will be: 

• Virginia Street north of 1^st Street to 6^th Street (Wednesday through Sunday)
• Morrill Avenue south of East 4^th Street (Wednesday through Sunday)
• Spokane Street south of East 4^th Street (Wednesday through Sunday)
• Yale Way from Market Street to Harvard Way (Wednesday through Sunday)
• Wonder Street from Wells Avenue to Wheeler Avenue (Saturday only) 

For more information on motorcycle safety please go to bit.ly/2d8ioai .  

Thursday, September 15, 2016

1811    North: Motorcycle vs. Vehicle Accident @ Parr & North Virginia St.

See News Release.

Case #16-17586

Friday, September 16, 2016

0527    South: Arrest - Discharge of Firearm / PCS on Camelot Way.

Officers responded to a report of gunshots being heard and made contact with the suspect.  James Ball, DOB 3/12/1985, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17610

1155    Central: Armed Robbery, Firearm on West 5^th St.

The suspect approached the employee, produced a gun and demanded cash from the register.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  The suspect is described as: B/M/A, 6’ tall, stocky build, LSW a dark hooded jacket and dark pants.

Case #16-17630

1437    Central: Arrest - ADW, Firearm / CCW on West St.

The suspect confronted an employee, displayed a gun and then demanded she leave the room.  Anthony Talley, DOB 7/1/1978, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17642

Saturday, September 17, 2016

1042    South: Arrest - ADW, Knife / False Imprisonment on Moran.   

The armed suspect had refused to let the victims leave the residence while threatening them.  William Taylor, DOB 5/27/1949, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17705

2348    North: Arrest - MIP / O&R / Battery on an Officer @ Stratford & Southworth.

Officers were taking the suspect into custody when she became combative and attempted to kick them.  Jasmine Chappell, DOB 1/8/1997, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17764

Sunday, September 18, 2016

0229    Central: Firearm Discharge on California Ave.

Officers responded to multiple reports of a large fight and upon arriving heard several shots being fired in the area.  There were no reported injuries. The investigation is ongoing.

Case #16-17786

2315    North:  Arrest – Harassment / Destruction of Property on Wedekind Rd.

The suspect was upset with the victim.  He threatened her and then slashed her tires.  Eric Sanchez, DOB 11/8/1986, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17835

Monday, September 19, 2016

0512    Central: Battery with Substantial Bodily Harm on East 4^th St.

The victim had entered the restroom and was followed in by several subjects.  He was then struck over the head and knocked unconscious.  When he awoke his wallet was missing.  The suspects are only described as 3-4 possibly Black male adults.

Case #16-17841

Monday, September 19, 2016 

0848    South: Commercial Burglary on South Virginia St.

An employee arrived to find the business had been broken into and property stolen.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  There are no suspect descriptions at this time.

Case #16-17858 

1222    North: Arrest - Child Abuse / Domestic Battery on Selmi.

Tina Hausen, DOB 9/23/1979, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17877 

2210    Central: BDW, Shooting on Vine St.

Officers responded to a local hospital for a victim who was being treated for a gunshot wound.  The victim’s injury is non-life threatening and the investigation is being conducted by the Regional Gang Unit.

Case #16-17917 

Tuesday, September 20, 2016 

0356    Central: Arrest - DOP on Mill St.

The suspect became irate with staff and began throwing equipment to the ground.  Daniel Vejarano, DOB 9/19/1971, was arrested on the above charge.

Case #16-17925

Wednesday, September 14, 2016

0045    Central:  Armed Robbery, Firearms on East 4th St.

            The victim and suspects had gone together to a residence and once inside the suspects          displayed guns and demanded the victim’s property and money.  The suspects are       described as: #1 Pacific Islander, late twenties, 6’-2” tall, heavy build, goatee,             medium length black hair, LSW a red hat, white t shirt and blue jeans.  #2 B/M/A, mid to         late twenties, 5’-10” tall, thin build, short black hair, LSW blue jeans.  # 3 White or             possibly Hispanic male adult, late thirties to early forties, heavy set and balding.

Case #16-17470

1920    South:  Arrest - Armed Robbery, Firearm / Burglary on South Virginia St.

The armed suspect entered the business and demanded merchandise before fleeing.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  Officers located the suspect and retrieved the merchandise a short time later.  Al Braxton Allen, DOB 1/14/1982, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-17526

2320    North: BDW, Stabbing on Paradise Dr.

The victim and suspect were involved in a verbal argument when the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the victim.  The victim’s injury was non-life threatening.  The suspect is described as: Hispanic or light skinned Black male adult, 5’1”- 5’4” tall, thin, shaved head, LSW a gray or tan long sleeved shirt and blue jeans.

            Case #16-17537

Thursday, September 15, 2016

0259    North: Robbery with a Paintball Gun on Sutro St.

            The armed suspect entered the store and demanded money from the clerk.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  The suspect is described as: Possibly a B/M/A, 5’10” tall, medium build, LSW a hooded sweatshirt with CALI-FOR-NIA on the front, tan pants and tan work boots.

            Case #16-17545

Just after 1:00 pm on September 8, 2016, an unknown white male entered the Wal-Mart located in the 4000 block of Kietzke Lane in South Reno and was observed by store employees selecting several items of merchandise.  As employees continued to watch the man, he attempted to leave the store without paying.  When loss prevention went to contact the unknown male he displayed a knife in a threatening manner and then ran out the store. 

The unknown male suspect is described as a white male in his 20’s, approximately 5’5” tall and 130 pounds.  He was last seen wearing a white baseball cap with a blue bill, grey sweat shirt and blue jeans. 

Anyone having any information about the suspect in this case is asked to contact the Reno Police Department at 334-2188, Secret Witness at 322-4900, www.secretwitness.com, or text the tip to 847411 (TIP 411) keyword – SW 

RPD Case # 16-17070

Monday, September 12, 2016

2331    South: Arrest – Poss. of a Stolen Motor Vehicle / Poss. of Burglary Tools on South            McCarran Blvd.

Officers observed the suspects pushing a vehicle down the street and discovered it had been stolen.  One of the suspects, a juvenile, was arrested on the above charges.  Jovani Guerrero, DOB 2/26/1994, was arrested for CDM.

Case #16-16989

Tuesday, September 13, 2016

0646    South:  Commercial Burglary on Geiger Grade.

The owner of a business arrived to find entry had been made and merchandise was stolen.  Total loss has not been disclosed.  There are no suspects at this time.

Case #16-17400

1200    North: Arrest - Child Neglect on Lear Blvd.
Lavona Moore, DOB 12/14/1990, was arrested on the above charge.

Wednesday, September 7, 2016

0646    North:  GTA on Carville Dr.

The victim was working on his vehicle when the suspect entered it and began to drive away.  The victim attempted to hold on to the car and was subsequently drug for a little while causing minor injuries.  There is no suspect description at this time.

Case #16-16976

1415    South:  Arrest - Domestic Battery on Wilkinson St.

Travis Chrismer, DOB 3/18/1986, and Amber Bradley, DOB 12/17/1985, were arrested on the above charge.

Case #16-17003

2152    Central: BDW, Stabbing on East 6^th St.

            The victim and suspect were involved in an altercation.  The suspect produced a knife,     threatened the victim and then cut him before fleeing.  The victim’s injury is non-life    threatening.  The suspect is described as: H/M/A, 5’8” tall, heavy build, LSW a straw      colored “Fedora” hat.

            Case #16-17032

Tuesday, September 6, 2016

1056    South: Motorcycle vs. Semi Accident @ Mill & Matley.

See News Release.

Case #16-16912

1530    South: Residential Burglary on Harvard.

The victim returned home to find the front door had been kicked in and property stolen.  The suspects are only described as 2 White or Hispanic male adults.

Case #16-16943

2348   Central: Arrest – BDW, Baseball Bat / Mayhem on West 2^nd St.

The victim was involved in a physical confrontation with another subject when the suspect intervened and hit the victim in the face and body with a bat.  The victims injuries are non-life threatening.  John Burris, DOB 7/20/1966, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-16968

Thursday, September 1, 2016

0239    Central: Arrest – Poss. of a Stolen Firearm @ 4^th & Lake St.

Officers heard a gunshot and observed an occupied vehicle leaving the area.  They conducted a stop and Davion Jones, DOB 8/30/1994, was arrested on the above charge.  A juvenile, was arrested for MIC. 

Case #16-16553

Case #16-27387

2237    Central: Battery with Substantial / Elderly Enhancement on South Virginia St.

See News Release.

Case #16-16624

Friday, September 2, 2016

0522    South: Residential Burglary on Hunter Lake Dr.

See News Release.

Case #16-16638

1521    South: Arrest – ADW, Firearm / Ex-Felon in Poss. of a Firearm / PCS / Trafficking on East Grove St.
Officers responded to a report of an ADW with a gun and a suspect vehicle leaving the area.  Officers located the vehicle parked and observed the suspect attempting to flee on foot.  Freddie Blanco, DOB 2/23/1987, was arrested on the above charges.

            Case #16-16673

2116    South: BDW, Vehicle on Kietzke Ln.
The victim was at the rear of her vehicle when the suspect vehicle intentionally struck her and then fled.  The victim’s injury is non-life threatening.  There is no suspect description at this time.

            Case #16-16692

Saturday, September 3, 2016

0126    North: Brandishing a Gun with Threats on Grand Summit Dr.

The suspect banged on the victim’s door and words were exchanged.  The suspect then produced a gun and threatened the victim.  The suspect is described as: W/M/A, early thirties, heavy build, beard, LSW a hat and blue jeans.

Case #16-16706

0311    South: Commercial Burglary on Booth St.

Officers responded to an alarm and discovered a window had been broken and merchandise was stolen.  Total loss has not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time.

Case #16-16712

0414    North: Arrest - Possession of a Drug without a Prescription @ 7^th & Tasha Ct.

Officers responded to reports of a suspect attempting to enter parked vehicles and made contact with a suspect in the area who matched the suspect description. Tyler Fournier, DOB 7/17/1996, was arrested on the above charge.

Case #16-16714

1625    South: Arrest – Burglary / DOP / O&R on West Arroyo.

The victim returned to the residence to find the suspect inside.  As officers were taking the suspect into custody he attempted to flee.  James Day, DOB 2/10/1972, was arrested on the above charges.

Case #16-16743

1902    North: Arrest - Child Abuse on Northtowne Ln.

            Brandy Craig, DOB 6/30/1986, was arrested on the above charge.

            Case #16-16752

Sunday, September 4, 2016

2133    South: Commercial Burglary on East Plumb Ln.

Officers responded to an alarm and discovered a window had been smashed and merchandise stolen.  Total loss has not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time.

Case #16-16827

Monday, September 5, 2016

1312    North: Located Missing Endangered Person on Rock River Dr.

See News Release.

Case #16-16854

1737    North: ADW, Shooting into Occupied Vehicle @ Bartlett & Beech.

Officers responded to reports of shots fired in the area and located several casings.  There were no reported injuries and the investigation is being conducted by the Regional Gang Unit.

Case #16-16872

2126    North: Arrest – ADW, Firearm / Discharging a Weapon on Bartlett.

Officers responded to reports of several shots being fired by different subjects. While conducting the investigation they learned there was a possible suspect vehicle involved.  Officers located the vehicle a short time later and Enrique Hernandez, DOB 2/19/1995, and Shannon Keith, DOB 3/15/1983, were arrested on the above charges.

            Case #16-16885

On September 5, 2016 Reno Police Officers responded to a residence in Stead in North Reno on the report of a missing and endangered female with Down syndrome.  After speaking with family members of 41 year old Sophie Hernandez, Officers learned that Sophie has the mental capacity of a 10 year old and will most likely not know where she lives.  It is not known where Sophie may have gone.  

Sophie is 4’9”, 180 pounds, short dark brown spiked hair, brown eyes, and was last seen wearing an unknown colored t-shirt, jeans and unknown colored shoes.  

Anyone having any information on the location of Sophie Hernandez is asked to please contact the Reno Police Department at 334-2677, or 321-8372, Secret Witness at 322-4900, www.secretwitness.com, or text the tip to 847411 (TIP 411) keyword – SW. 

RPD Case #16-16854

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

0737    North: Fatal Single Motorcycle Crash on Mt. Bismarck.

See News Release.

Case #16-16842x