Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

PR #: 1900049
Date Issued: May 16, 2019 - 4:57pm

Cold Springs Search Update - Sheriff's Office investigators continue search for three armed robbery suspects

CASE #: 19-2545
WHEN: May 16, 2019
WHERE: Cold Springs
CONTACT: Brooke Howard Division Manager-Community Engagement Office 775-785-6205

Detectives with the Washoe County Sheriff's Office continue to investigate a robbery that occurred this morning on Jutewood Ct. in Cold Springs.

At approximately 4:10 a.m. on Thursday, May 16, 2019, Deputies responded to a robbery in progress. According to what investigators have learned, three suspects fled the area in what they believe to be a black sedan.

Detectives also believe one of the suspects may have been shot and possibly injured by the home owner. Detectives are confident this appears to be an isolated incident and there is no continued threat to the Cold Springs Community.

Anyone who knows of the suspect's whereabouts or has information that may assist this investigation is asked to call the Washoe County Sheriff's Office at (775) 328-3320 or Secret Witness at (775) 322-4900.


The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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