Crime
Multiple People Killed and Injured in Mass Shooting at Grand Sierra Resort in Reno
RENO, Nev. — A deadly shooting unfolded early Monday morning at the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, leaving two people dead and at least three others injured, according to Northern Nevada District Health Officer Dr. Chad Kingsley.
The incident occurred just outside the casino in the resort’s valet area around 7:25 a.m., prompting a large-scale law enforcement response and the temporary lockdown of the area.
Authorities say the suspect, an adult male, was located within minutes of the initial 911 call. Reno Police Department officers engaged the individual in an exchange of gunfire outside the resort.
The suspect was subsequently taken into custody and transported to a local hospital with undisclosed injuries.
His identity and condition have not yet been released.
At least three people sustained injuries requiring medical transport, though several others reportedly sought medical attention on their own.
The total number of injured victims remains unconfirmed, and the severity of the injuries has not been disclosed.
According to officials, multiple emergency personnel, including REMSA paramedics, Reno Fire Department, and Grand Sierra Resort staff, assisted in providing care.
Reno Police confirmed that several law enforcement officers were involved in the response.
Some officers sustained minor injuries during the incident, but none were reportedly shot.
The motive behind the shooting is still under investigation.
Sparks Police Department is taking the lead in the officer-involved shooting investigation, while Reno Police and other agencies continue to process the scene and collect evidence.
Portions of the Grand Sierra Resort property are expected to remain closed during the investigation.
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo acknowledged the shooting in a public statement and said his office is monitoring the situation closely.
Authorities urge anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Reno Police Department at (775) 322-4900.
The Reno Police Department emphasized that there is no further threat to the public.
Authorities have released a significant update regarding the AMBER Alert issued in Austin, Texas.
Law enforcement officials confirm that the suspect connected to the case has been located, and the red 2017 Ford Mustang believed to have been involved has been recovered.
However, 12-year-old Jazzlyn Anzora remains missing.
Officials emphasize that the search for the child is ongoing and that she may still be in danger.
Missing Juvenile Information
Name: Jazzlyn Anzora
Age: 12
Height: 5 feet 3 inches
Weight: 140 pounds
Hair: Black
Eyes: Brown
Jazzlyn was last seen around 12:00 a.m. on February 24 in the 1700 block of Wells Branch Parkway in North Austin.
At the time she was last seen, she was reportedly wearing:
- A red sweater
- A white long-sleeve shirt
- Christmas-themed pants
- Carrying a Nike backpack
Suspect Information
Authorities previously identified the suspect as 18-year-old Henry Mejia.
Description:
- Black hair
- Brown eyes
- Approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall
- Approximately 170 pounds
- Distinct shaved line on one eyebrow
Officials have confirmed that the suspect has now been located.
Further details regarding his status have not yet been released.
Vehicle Information (Recovered)
The vehicle believed to be associated with the case has been recovered.
Make: Ford
Model: Mustang
Year: 2017
Color: Red
License Plate: VVK2712 (Texas)
Additional Identifiers: Aftermarket chrome wheels and a white logo sticker on the passenger-side window
Ongoing Search Efforts
The AMBER Alert was issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety following Jazzlyn’s disappearance.
The Travis County Sheriff’s Office continues to lead the investigation and coordinate search efforts.
Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any information that could assist in locating the child safely.
How to Report Information
Anyone with information regarding Jazzlyn Anzora’s whereabouts is urged to:
- Call 911 immediately if there is an immediate sighting
- Contact the Travis County Sheriff’s Office at 512-974-0845 (Option 3)
Officials stress that locating the missing child safely remains the top priority.