officer-involved-shooting · Wells Avenue Bridge, Reno, Nevada

What happened after the officer-involved shooting on Reno's Wells Avenue Bridge?

What happened?

Following the officer-involved shooting death of Michael J. Johnson on the Wells Avenue Bridge in Reno, Nevada, on February 3, 2026, community members raised questions about the use of force and police protocols, leading to the firing of Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance and two assistant chiefs in May 2026 amid an ongoing state investigation.

Discipline or policy action

Last checked: Jun 24, 2026
Sources: Our Town Reno

Timeline

  1. Officer-involved shooting death of Michael J. Johnson on the Wells Avenue Bridge in Reno, Nevada.

  2. The Reno Police Department released body camera footage showing moments leading up to the shooting.

  3. The Reno Police Department held a town hall meeting where community members expressed concerns regarding Johnson's death.

  4. Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve released a statement following the release of the body camera footage.

  5. Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance, along with two assistant chiefs, Oliver Miller and Anthony Elges, was fired.

  6. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office investigation into the officer-involved shooting remains active and ongoing.

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