Person Injured in Shooting on Valley Road
The shooting occurred Tuesday morning near the University of Nevada, Reno, and the suspect remains at large.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Violence
Emergency responders transported one person to a hospital after a shooting near the intersection of Valley Road and Denslowe Drive. Reno police are currently investigating the incident and searching for a suspect who fled the scene.
Why it matters
Residents in the area surrounding Valley Road are now seeing an increased police presence while the investigation into this act of violence continues. Authorities have not yet identified the suspect, leaving the search active throughout the neighborhood.
Police arrived at the scene near Valley Road and Denslowe Drive at 9 a.m. Tuesday to manage the aftermath of the shooting. The investigation remains ongoing as officers process the scene and search for the individual involved.
The players
Reno Police
The local law enforcement agency currently investigating the shooting and searching for the at-large suspect.
University of Nevada, Reno
The campus located near the site of the shooting incident on Valley Road.
The details
Reno police officers were dispatched to the intersection of Valley Road and Denslowe Drive following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, emergency personnel attended to one victim who sustained injuries and was subsequently taken to a local hospital for treatment. The area, located near the University of Nevada, Reno, saw a temporary police response as investigators began gathering information to identify the suspect. Police are still looking for the individual who fled the scene following the incident.
Timeline
Police responded to the shooting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, October 6, 2026.
The Truckee Meadows View
This incident follows the established response patterns defined by current Reno Police violent crime protocols. The investigation marks a continuation of active law enforcement efforts to address safety concerns near major thoroughfares.
Commuters traveling near Valley Road and Denslowe Drive should expect lingering police activity in the immediate vicinity following the morning shooting. Anyone with information relevant to the search for the suspect should contact local authorities.
The takeaway
The Reno Police department is continuing to investigate this shooting and is actively seeking a suspect who remains at large. Residents with any information concerning the events at the intersection of Valley Road and Denslowe Drive are encouraged to contact the department.
Further reading
For more on how local officials are addressing public safety concerns, read the latest updates in our Violence coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reno Gazette Journal.
