Crime & Safety
Washoe County Sheriff: Washoe County Deputies Arrest Fugitive In Sun Valley
Deputies tracked Romero to a home in the 5200 block of Slope Drive where Romero barricaded underneath the residence.
October 24, 2021
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Washoe County Deputies arrest fugitive in Sun Valley
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Sergeant Jeff McCaskill
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
Office: (775) 328-8710
Cell: (775) 453-0107
At approximately 9:00 a.m. today Patrol Deputies responded to the area of West Gepford Parkway and Slope Drive to attempt to locate wanted subject, Sidrick Romero.
Romero was wanted by the U.S. Marshals for an outstanding Federal fugitive warrant and violation of parole from Nevada Parole and Probation for a previous charge of battery with a deadly weapon.
When Deputies contacted Romero, he fled, and a short foot pursuit ensued. Deputies tracked Romero to a home in the 5200 block of Slope Drive where Romero barricaded underneath the residence.
The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team and Hostage Negotiation team was activated and responded to the scene.
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