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.
City of Hammond, Louisiana — At approximately 11:50 p.m. on February 24, 2026, officers with the Hammond Police Department responded to a report of shots fired involving one possible victim.
Upon arrival, officers located a 14-year-old juvenile female, identified as Tyronai Reed, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Emergency medical assistance was rendered at the scene, and she was transported to North Oaks Health System for treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Reed later succumbed to her injuries.
Detectives assigned to the department’s Criminal Investigations Division launched an immediate homicide investigation.
During the course of their investigation, authorities identified 18-year-old Demontez Treyvon “Trey” Robinson of Hammond as a suspect in the shooting.
While actively working the case, officers observed a vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed and conducted a traffic stop.
Robinson was identified as the driver of the vehicle and was taken into custody without incident.
Robinson was transported to the Criminal Investigations Division for questioning. According to investigators, Robinson admitted that the firearm discharged while he was handling or “playing with” it, resulting in the single round striking the 14-year-old victim.
Robinson was subsequently booked into the Hammond City Jail on one count of Negligent Homicide.
Authorities emphasize that the investigation remains in its early stages and additional details may be released as they become available.
Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Corey Morse with the Hammond Police Department Criminal Investigations Division at 985-277-5758 or via email at morse_cm@hammond.org. Tips may also be submitted through the department’s official Facebook page or anonymously through Crime Stoppers of Tangipahoa at 1-800-554-5245.
Individuals providing information may be eligible for a cash reward. Authorities urge members of the community to assist in the ongoing investigation.