A burglary suspect was shot by a Carson City Sheriff’s Office deputy Tuesday morning, according to a news release from the CCSO.
At 6:50 a.m., deputies reported an officer-involved shooting at North Curry Street and East Adeline Street, according to the release. The incident took place following a two-hour standoff with a suspect who was believed to be burglarizing cars in the area.
At 4:34 a.m., sheriff’s dispatch was notified that an adult male was in the process of stealing catalytic converters from vehicles. When deputies arrived at the scene, they encountered the suspect who was threatening and displaying an active lit torch, a machete, and a knife strapped to his wrist, the release said.
The standoff ensued while deputies attempted to verbally gain control of the suspect. A sheriff’s office mental health crisis team was on scene assisting. The suspect remained agitated and aggressive.
At approximately 6:50 a.m., a nearby resident exited his house from the garage and the suspect charged at the man. The suspect was then shot, the release said.
The suspect was treated at the scene by paramedics and transported to Renown Medical Center in Reno.
The name of the suspect and deputies involved are not being released at this time. The suspect’s condition is serious, but not believed to be life threatening. No other injuries were reported.
The deputy who fired at the suspect has been placed on administrative leave.
The incident is being investigated by the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and State Investigations Division.
The sheriff’s office continues to investigate this incident and asked anyone with information to contact the 24-hour Communications Center at 775-887-2677 (COPS) or the Investigations Division on Monday at 775-887-2500.
