Sparks, Nevada – Authorities in Sparks have identified and arrested a Reno man in connection with a vehicle theft that escalated into a brief standoff on the evening of Saturday, January 31. The incident ended without injuries after police negotiations and a coordinated response from multiple law enforcement agencies.
Incident Overview
According to a news release from Sparks Police, the suspect was identified as Lecarson Pringle, a 36-year-old resident of Reno. Officers say the case involved the grand larceny of a motor vehicle, followed by resistance during arrest and the discovery of illegal substances.
Police confirmed that Pringle was ultimately taken into custody after a prolonged encounter that involved a disabled vehicle and a refusal to comply with verbal commands.
Timeline of Events
The incident began at approximately 8:07 p.m., when Sparks Police officers were dispatched following a report of a grand larceny of a motor vehicle. The stolen vehicle was later located in the 1800 block of Sullivan Lane in Sparks.
When officers attempted to intervene, the suspect allegedly tried to flee while still inside the vehicle. However, police say the escape attempt was short-lived after the vehicle became disabled a short distance away…