RPD NEWS — On Tuesday, October 22, 2013, at around midnight, Reno Police Officers responded to the 2100 block of Barberry Way on a report of a fight with shots fired. Officers located a possible suspect vehicle leaving the area. A traffic stop was conducted where the passenger fled from the vehicle. He was caught shortly thereafter after attempting to dispose of a handgun and some ammunition. Investigation on scene located bullet strikes on a nearby residence, but no one was harmed during the incident. The passenger was arrested for the below listed charges.
Defendant: John Rech (7/12/76)
Charges: Ex Felon – Possession of a Firearm
Obstructing and Resisting
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Case Number: 13-20912