Crime
36-year-old Andrej Kucher killed after shooting at Shae’s Tavern in Reno, suspect John Seger arrested
Seger now faces several charges, including open murder, three counts of battery with a deadly weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited individual.
The Washoe County Regional Medical Examiner has identified 36-year-old Andrej Kucher as the victim of a fatal shooting at Shae’s Tavern in Reno.
Kucher was pronounced dead shortly after his arrival at Renown Hospital. His death has been ruled a homicide, with the cause determined to be a gunshot wound to the head.
At approximately 3:30 p.m., the Reno Police Department provided an update, confirming the arrest of 42-year-old John Paul Seger in connection with the overnight shooting in Reno’s midtown district.
Seger now faces several charges, including open murder, three counts of battery with a deadly weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, and possession of a firearm by a prohibited individual.
The Reno Police Department’s SWAT and Critical Incident Negotiation Team located Seger on Cedar Street near Dick Taylor Park.
Officers successfully apprehended him around 2 p.m., attributing the swift capture to helpful information provided by the community.
The deadly shooting occurred on South Virginia Street near St. Lawrence Avenue, leaving several people injured.
In addition to Kucher’s death, another man remained in critical condition Saturday afternoon, while a man and a woman were reported to be in stable condition.
This remains an active investigation as law enforcement continues gathering details about the incident and the events leading up to it.
Merced Police Department officers are actively investigating a shooting that occurred near Merino Park in North Merced on Tuesday afternoon.
At approximately 3:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area following multiple reports of gunfire in the vicinity of the park.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers located a gunshot victim near the intersection of Morning Dove Avenue and Sunrise Drive, just east of Merino Park.
First responders rendered aid at the scene before the victim was transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The extent of the victim’s injuries has not yet been disclosed.
A short time later, officers detained an individual in the surrounding area.
At this time, it remains unclear whether the person taken into custody is the suspected shooter or otherwise involved in the incident.
Authorities have not released any additional details regarding a motive or the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
Investigators remain on scene, canvassing the area and gathering evidence.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation.
The Merced Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available.