Reno Police Arrested Man After Shooting Near 5th Street
A 41-year-old was taken into custody after a drone search near I-80.
Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Law Enforcement
Reno police arrested a 41-year-old man following a shooting near the 900 block of W. 5th Street that occurred on the morning of September 25, 2026. Surveillance footage captured the suspect firing a single shot before he was tracked by a drone near I-80.
Why it matters
The incident occurred near a local preschool, and investigators are continuing to search for the shooting victim who was targeted in the encounter. The investigation remains active as authorities process the recovery of a 9mm handgun found at the scene.
Police recovered a single 9mm handgun and a spent shell casing following the 10:00 a.m. incident. The location and status of the victim targeted in the shooting have not been determined.
The players
Ryan West
A 41-year-old man arrested by Reno police in connection with the shooting.
Reno Police
The local agency that investigated the shooting and took the suspect into custody.
The details
Reno police responded to the 900 block of W. 5th Street after surveillance footage showed the suspect firing a shot at another man. Officers utilized a drone to locate Ryan West near I-80 behind a nearby preschool. West has been booked into the Washoe County Jail on charges including assault with a deadly weapon and possession of an unserialized firearm.
Timeline
The shooting incident occurred at 10:00 a.m. on September 25, 2026.
The Truckee Meadows View
The charges filed in this case underscore the ongoing enforcement of regulations regarding unserialized firearms in the valley. This arrest aligns with broader regional efforts to address the prevalence of ghost guns in local criminal investigations.
Residents near the 900 block of W. 5th Street and the nearby preschool may see continued police presence as the investigation into the victim's location proceeds. Those with information regarding the shooting or the victim are encouraged to contact local authorities.
The takeaway
Authorities are actively seeking the victim who was fired upon during this encounter. Residents should remain aware of potential police activity in the area around the Washington Street bridge and the nearby interstate corridor.
Further reading
For more information on regional public safety efforts, visit the Law Enforcement section.
