Secret Witness is offering a reward in the amount of $500.00 for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of the suspect wanted in connection with the theft of a vehicle and two hit and run accidents in the area of Sun Valley NV.
At approximately 7:45 a.m. on Tuesday November 20, 2018 deputies responded to a report of a head-on collision on Maynard Way north of Clem Circle. On arrival, deputies found that a burgundy Pontiac had collided with a passenger vehicle occupied by a woman and three small children. The woman was not injured, the children were transported to a local hospital where they were treated and released for minor injuries. On further investigation, deputies learned that the Pontiac had been reported as being stolen earlier that week. Deputies also found out that the driver of the stolen vehicle had been involved in another hit-and-run accident on Sun Valley Boulevard near Rampion Way shortly before the Maynard way collision. The driver of the stolen Pontiac had fled the accident scene on foot prior to the deputy’s arrival. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his 30’s, wearing a black hoodie and black pants. A photo of the suspect is attached to this press release.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone having information relating to this crime or the suspect should contact the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office at 328-3350, Secret Witness at 322-4900, www.secretwitness.com, or text your information to 847411 (TIP 411) Keyword – SW.