The victim had just driven the suspect back to his residence when the suspect produced a gun, stole the victims property and then fled on foot. The suspect is described as: B/M/A, late teens to mid twenties, 5'5"-5'10" tall, skinny with a shaved head.                               

Reno, NV – Over the last several weeks, Reno Police have received several inquiries from concerned citizens wanting to confirm phone solicitors claiming to have ties to law enforcement.   The phone solicitors have been contacting residence in Northern Nevada claiming to represent the Reno Police Department or one of the Department’s Employee Associations, and are asking for donations to the Department. 

The Reno Police Department wants to advise our community that we do not endorse nor partake in solicitations for funds.   The Reno Police Department Employee Associations (RPSAE and RPPA) also do not solicit over the phone. 

With the Holiday Season approaching, citizens need to be wary of phone scams that have been a problem in our area in the past, such as the IRS and fake warrant scams. 

The Reno Police Department wants to remind our community of some basic safety tips when they receive calls from potential scammers.   

1. Be wary if you are being asked to act immediately. Scammers typically try to push you into giving them money or bank account information before you have had time to think.

2. Law enforcement agencies and other legitimate businesses do not call, text or email for money over the phone.  You will be contacted in person or by mail.

3. Don't wire money or use a prepaid debit card. Scammers often pressure people into wiring money or using a prepaid debit card. It's like sending cash: once it's gone, you can't trace it.

4. If it sounds too good to be true it normally is.

5.  If you won a prize from any legitimate company or business, you do not have to send money to get money.  

6.  Ask the person on the other end for verification of who they are, and to mail you information before agreeing to send any money. 

Reno Police also want to encourage anyone with elderly friends or family to discuss these phone scams with them and to advise them to not send any money to these scammers.

Citizens are encouraged to report incidents involving persons claiming to be with IRS to the Department of the Treasury at 800-366-4484 or on line at ortigta.gov.  Anyone who has been a victim of these phones scams in Reno is asked to file a report with Reno Police. 

The victim's were in their yard when the suspect began yelling at them. When one of the victims challenged the suspect, the suspect fired a shot in their direction. That victim then chased the suspect out of the area. The suspect is described as: WE/M/A, mid twenties, 5'7" tall, 130 lbs., LSW a black trench coat, grey shirt and black pants.

Officers responded to a report of a shooting. There were no reported injuries and the investigation is on going.

The victim attempted to stop the suspects from leaving with out paying for merchandise when one of the suspects produced a knife and threatened him. The suspects are described as: #1 W/M/A, mid twenties, short brown hair, LSW a red t-shirt. #2 B/M/A, mid twenties, short dreads with blonde tips. #3 W/F/A, mid twenties, medium brown hair, LSW a red shirt. 

Officers responded to a report of a shooting and located a victim with a gunshot wound to the stomach area. The victim was transported with a non-life threatening injury. The investigation is ongoing.

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The victims reported they had learned the location of their stolen property. Officers responded to that location and made contact with the suspect. Robert Rodriguez, DOB 12/26/1984, was arrested on the above charges.

Employees arrived to find the business had been broken into and the office ransacked. Total loss has not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time. 

Employees arrived to find a window had been smashed and the office ransacked. There was no loss reported and there are no suspects at this time.  

The victim awoke to find their vehicle had been shot at during the night. There are no suspects at this time. 

The victim was riding his bike when the suspects stopped him. One of the suspects pulled him off the bike, removed his personal property and gave it to the other suspect who then rode the bike away. The suspects are described as: #1 W/M/A, blonde hair, LSW checkered shorts and a white t-shirt. #2 W/M/A, blonde hair. 

The victim was approached by the suspect who began making conversation and then produced a metal pipe and struck the victim in the arm with the pipe and stole his bicycle. The suspect is only described as: B/M/A, early to mid thirties, wearing all dark clothing.

Reno, NV – Halloween is an exciting night of the year for young children, but it is also a time for parents to be extra vigilant for potential safety hazards. The Reno Police Department wants everyone to have a happy, fun, and safe Halloween by following these safety tips:

• Stay on sidewalks and use crosswalks
• When crossing any street make sure you make eye contact with drivers of vehicles and they stop their car before crossing
• Make a map of your route or of the neighborhoods you are going to visit
• Carry a flashlight and have it on during hours of darkness
• Travel in groups
• Wear reflective clothing or bands
• Never go into a strangers house or get into a strangers vehicle

Parents are also urged to throw away any candy or treats that come in a wrapper that has a twist opening.  Parents and children should avoid any off-brand-looking candy, or candy that looks like it has been tampered with.

The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is providing free Halloween candy X-Ray inspection Wednesday, November 1, 2017, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the entrances to both Washoe County District and Justice Court Buildings, located at 75 Court Street, and 1 South Sierra Street in Reno.

For more information on the Reno Police Departments safety tips, community outreach and more information about the department, like us on Facebook or follow us on Twitter.

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While in custody for trespassing and being escorted by officers, subject began to actively resist officers. Arrested on the above charges was Damien Wright (DOB 8/1/79).

Arrested on the above charges was Jessica Bell (DOB 2/1/80).

Suspect entered a business, took property, and fled on foot. Suspect is described as WMA. LSW red bandanna, black jacket w/ red sleeves and 49'r emblem on back, gray pants, black shoes w/ white soles.

The victims and suspect were together at a residence when they became involved in a verbal dispute and the suspect refused to allow them to leave. The suspect then fired a round into the floor as another subject attempted to intervene and they then became involved in a physical struggle. Milton Guillermo Perez Jr, DOB 4/28/1992, was arrested on the above charges.  

The suspects entered the store and one of the suspects produced a gun and grabbed the cash from the register. They then fled to a waiting vehicle. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspects are described as: #1 W/M/A or H/M/A, mid twenties, 6' tall, thin build, LSW blue jeans, white shirt and a grey and black hat. #2 W/M/A or H/M/A, 5'8"-5'11" tall, mid twenties, normal build, LSW dark pants and a grey hoodie.  

The suspect approached the employee, produced a gun and demanded the money from the register. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: Pacific Islander male, large build, LSW a brown hooded jacket, black and red beanie, black shorts and black flip flops.

The suspect approached the employee and demanded all the money. The victim did not see a gun but believed the suspect was armed. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: Hispanic or Pacific Islander male, large build, LSW a grey hooded sweatshirt, black beanie, black shorts and black flip flops.

Christina Santiago, DOB 9/6/1985, was arrested on the above charge.

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An employee heard a disturbance and turned to see a suspect with a gun threatening another employee and the cash drawers on the floor. Total loss has not been disclosed. The investigation is ongoing and there is no suspect description at this time.

The victim was approached by the suspect who was in a vehicle and asked for money. When the victim stated she did not have any money the suspect exited the vehicle, simulated he had a weapon, threatened her and then stole her property and fled to the vehicle. The suspect is described as: B/M/A, mid twenties, 6' tall, short beard, LSW a red sweatshirt and grey pants. The vehicle is described as: Newer Orange muscle type car, possibly a Dodge Charger.

Officers responded to a report of a shooting and discovered a victim with a gun shot wound to the chest. The victim was transported with a life threatening injury, but the victim's condition has been upgraded to critical, but stable. The investigation is ongoing. 

Sesar Aguilar, DOB 3/23/1991, was arrested on the above charges.

Officers conducted a stop for traffic violations and Colby Iles, DOB 3/24/1997, was arrested on the above charges.

The employee attempted to stop the suspect from leaving without paying for merchandise when the suspect produced a gun  and threatened him. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: B/M/A, mid thirties, 5'8"-5'9" tall, large Afro, LSW a blue and black coat and baggy blue jeans.

Officers responded to a report that the windows of a business had just been shot out by a suspect who fled in a waiting vehicle. Officers located the vehicle and suspect a short time later. Cody Kotrc, DOB DOB 12/13/1990, was arrested on the above charges.

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Shannon Hogan, DOB 12/17/1978, was arrested on the above charge.

Officers responded to a report of shots fired and later discovered a window had been shot out. There were no reported injuries and the investigation is ongoing.

The victim returned to his vehicle to find the suspect inside. As officers were taking the suspect into custody he refused their orders and became combative. Anthony Torres, DOB 4/28/1993, was arrested on the above charges.

Bruce Johnson, DOB 5/24/1987, was arrested on the above charges.

The suspect approached the employee, produced a gun and demanded all the money. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: I/M/A, or H/M/A, mid twenties to mid thirties, stocky build, 5'10"-6' tall, LSW beige shorts, beige work boots, black hooded sweatshirt, black baseball cap and a grey jacket.

The victim was suddenly confronted by several suspects. One of the suspects stepped forward and slashed him in the arm with a machete. The victim then fled. The victim's injury is non-life threatening. The suspect is only described as: H/M/A, 5'8" tall.

Officers made contact with the suspect who was walking in traffic. Upon contact the suspect became uncooperative, attempted to flee, and then physically resisted as officers were taking him into custody. Tyler Waters, DOB 2/21/1993, was arrested on the above charges.

Officers responded to a report of a Burglary and observed the suspect attempting to pry open a window. Logan Jackson, DOB 2/13/1990, was arrested on the above charges.

Employees arrived to find the business had been broken into and a company vehicle had been stolen. There are no suspects at this time.

The victim attempted to stop the suspect from leaving without paying for merchandise by attempting to call the Police. But the suspect slapped the victims phone out of his hand and fled with the merchandise. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: H/F/A, or light skinned B/F/A, mid twenties to mid thirties, 120 lbs., dark hair, LSW a grey sweatshirt, blue jeans and white basketball shoes with black laces.

The suspect walked by the victim and grabbed the victims wallet out of her hand and then fled to a waiting vehicle. The suspect is described as: W/M/A, mid twenties to mid thirties, 5'8"-5'9" tall, thin build, short brown hair, LSW a black t-shirt with red writing on it and black pants.

Officers were following up on a previous crime and made contact with the suspect. Paul Terkildsen, DOB 8/1/1950, was arrested on the above charges.

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

Officers responded to a report of a Robbery involving a gun. They located the suspects and during the investigation they learned the gun had been stolen. Geovaughanii Chambers-Richie, DOB 10/31/997, was arrested on the above charges. 

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the victim and suspect were involved in an altercation that turned physical when the suspect stabbed the victim in the arm. The victims injury is non-life threatening. The suspect is described as: Pacific Islander Male, late teens, 5'10" tall, heavy set, short hair, LSW a black shirt.

The victim and suspect had agreed to meet at the above location. When they arrived the victim was approached by another suspect who demanded his money and property. The victim was then struck in the head from behind and fled leaving behind his property. The suspects are described as: #1 B/F/A, dark hair, LSW a grey sweater. #2 B/M/A, mid twenties, heavy set, LSW a grey sweatshirt.

Officers responded to an alarm and discovered a window had been smashed, the business ransacked and cash stolen from the register. Total loss has not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time.

Officers were investigating a previous Burglary when they learned this business had also been broken into and ransacked. There was no reported loss and there are no suspects at this time.  

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Officers responded to a report of a suspect who was threatening a victim. Sean Patrick Carl, DOB 7/22/1988, was arrested on the above charge.

Officers responded to a report of a fight where one subject was armed with a gun. They located the suspect and as they went to make contact the suspect fled into an occupied residence where he was taken into custody. Juan Guillen-Rodriguez, DOB 2/9/1994, was arrested on the above charges.

Officers responded to an alarm and discovered someone had attempted to break the window to a business at this location without success. While in the area they learned two other businesses had been broken into and cash was stolen. Total loss has not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time.

The suspects were waiting for the victim when he returned to his residence and immediately attacked him. Another person attempted to intervene and was also battered by the suspects. The suspects are described as: #1 I/M/A, mid forties, 6'1" tall, 210 lbs. #2 I/M/A, 5'8" tall, chubby.

The suspect broke the front window of the business and then stole the cash from the register before fleeing. Total loss is unknown. The suspect is described as: Unknown race male, 5'10" tall, LSW a grey baseball cap, black hoodie and blue jeans.

The suspect entered the business, simulated he had a gun and demanded the money. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspect is described as: W/M/A, mid thirties to mid forties, LSW a long brown coat and a dark cxxxred beanie.

Frances Estrada, DOB 10/5/1935, was arrested on the above charge.

The victim returned home to find her residence had been broken into and property stolen. There are no suspects at this time.

Officers observed an occupied stolen vehicle and made conducted with the occupants. They learned that both occupants had been driving the car for the past several days. Melissa Richey, DOB 11/14/1993, and Jasmann Moore, DOB 10/17/1981, were arrested on the above charge.

The suspect approached the employee and asked for help placing a phone call. The suspect then grabbed the employees personal property and attempted to flee. When the victim confronted the suspect he punched the victim in the face and then fled. The suspect was located a short time later. Travis Dore, DOB 8/29/1988, was arrested on the above charge.

Officers responded to a report of a disturbance and when they went to make contact with the suspect he produced a knife and threatened them. Kevin Bercier, DOB 7/27/1994, was arrested on the above charges.

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Officers responded to a report of an unwanted subject. They made contact with the suspect who was uncooperative and then kicked one of the Officers. Jennifer Webb, DOB 11/14/1976, was arrested on the above charges. 

The suspects entered the business when one of them produced a gun and demanded the money. The suspect removed money from the till, stole merchandise, and then both suspects fled. Total loss has not been disclosed. The suspects are described as: #1 Unknown race male, 5'9" tall, 150 lbs., LSW a black sweatshirt, blue jeans and grey shoes. #2 unknown race male, 5'8" tall, 200 lbs., LSW  an orange sweatshirt, blue jeans and black shoes.

The owner arrived to find the coin machines at his business had been broken into. Total loss as not been disclosed and there are no suspects at this time. 

Officers responded to an alarm and discovered a window had been broken and property had been strewn about. It is unknown if there was any loss and there are no suspects at this time. 

Joshua Olinger, DOB 10/8/1980, was arrested on the above charge.

Matthew Gonzales, DOB 1/8/1995, was arrested on the above charges. Mickey Gonzales, DOB 5/20/1998, was arrested for MIC & a warrant.

The victims were approached by the suspects who were armed with knives and batons and began to threaten the victims. One of the victims then sprayed one of the suspects with OC and one suspect punched one of the victims before all the suspects fled on foot. The suspect were located a short time later. Deadrin Carter, DOB 6/8/1998, was arrested on the above charges. Jamal Bryant, DOB 4/28/1997, was arrested for Assault, Battery and Conspiracy. Josh Sanchez, DOB 1/29/1999, was arrested for ADW and Conspiracy. A juvenile, was arrested on the above charges as well as O&R.

The victim and suspect were involved in an argument when the suspect produced a knife and stabbed the victim in the torso. The victim was transported to a local hospital with a non-life threatening injury. The suspect has been identified. 

Reno, NV –   On Tuesday, October 10, 2017, the Reno Police Department front desk will be closed for non-emergency walk in reports from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm, so that Reno Police Department Support Staff can attend the funeral services for former Reno Police Chief Robert Bradshaw. Citizens can still complete on-line reports by going to renopd.com which is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.  The front desk will reopen promptly at 2:00 pm.  

The men and women of the Reno Police Department appreciate the communities understanding while our employees attend this important event to honor Chief Bradshaw and his family. 

“Your Police, Our Community”

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Dave Guilmette, DOB 6/4/1982, was arrested on the above charge.

The victim had made arrangements to meet with the suspect to sell property. The suspect arrived as a passenger in a vehicle and when the victim handed the property to him to look at the driver began to drive away. The victim attempted to get his property back from the suspect and hang on but was not able to do so. There are no suspect descriptions at this time.  

Officers observed an occupied stolen vehicle and conducted a stop. Eirik Arizmendi, DOB 8/25/1986, was arrested on the above charges.

Officers conducted a stop for a traffic violation. While contacting the occupants the suspect who was a passenger in the vehicle attempted to flee. James Harris, DOB 7/26/1990, was arrested on the above charges.

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