Breaking: Active Shooter Incident at Grand Sierra Resort Reno

Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada

Active Shooter Situation at Grand Sierra Resort

Reno police are responding to reports of an active shooter at the Grand Sierra Resort (GSR) in Reno, Nevada. The incident began around 9:30 AM local time, prompting a massive law enforcement response and hotel evacuation.

Multiple Injuries Suspect at Large

8+

People Injured

Grand Sierra Resort

2500 E 2nd St, Reno

9:30 AM

Incident Start Time

Incident Timeline

9:30 AM

First reports of shots fired at Grand Sierra Resort casino floor

9:35 AM

Reno Police Department receives multiple 911 calls about active shooter

9:42 AM

First police units arrive on scene, establish perimeter

9:50 AM

Hotel management initiates lockdown procedures, guests shelter in place

10:05 AM

SWAT team deployed to the resort

10:20 AM

First confirmed reports of multiple injuries

10:45 AM

Police begin controlled evacuation of hotel guests

11:00 AM

FBI joins investigation, suspect still at large

Incident Location

Grand Sierra Resort

2500 E 2nd St, Reno, NV 89595

Current Restrictions

1-mile perimeter established around resort
All roads leading to GSR closed
Nearby businesses evacuated

Official Response & Statements

"This is an active and ongoing situation. We have multiple officers on scene and are working to secure the area. We ask the public to avoid the Grand Sierra Resort area and follow police instructions."

- Reno Police Chief Darin Balaam

Law Enforcement Response

Reno Police Department SWAT team deployed
Washoe County Sheriff's Office assisting
FBI Las Vegas Field Office responding
ATF agents en route to scene

"Our thoughts are with those affected by today's tragic events. We're cooperating fully with law enforcement and have activated our emergency response protocols."

- GSR Management Statement

Medical Response

Renown Regional Medical Center on standby
Multiple ambulances dispatched to scene
Temporary triage center established nearby
Mental health counselors being mobilized

Safety Information

For Those in the Area

RUN - If you can escape safely, leave your belongings and get away
HIDE - If evacuation not possible, find a secure hiding place
FIGHT - As last resort, attempt to incapacitate the shooter
Silence your phone and remain quiet
Do not open doors for anyone until police identify themselves

For Family Members

Avoid calling loved ones in the area - it may reveal their location
Monitor official channels for updates
Family reunification center at Reno-Sparks Convention Center

Emergency Hotlines

Reno Police: (775) 334-2121

Victim Assistance: (775) 555-2025

Family Information: (775) 555-3030

Live Updates

11:45 AM POLICE UPDATE

Police confirm at least 8 people injured, 2 critically. No fatalities reported at this time.

11:30 AM EVACUATION

Approximately 200 guests evacuated safely from west wing of hotel.

11:15 AM SUSPECT INFO

Police searching for male suspect, approximately 30-40 years old, wearing dark clothing.

10:55 AM TRANSPORTATION

RTC buses rerouted away from GSR area. Use alternate routes.

10:40 AM MEDICAL

Renown Hospital receiving multiple patients from incident.