RENO, Nev. (KOLO) – The Reno Police Department is sharing more information about the officer that unexpectedly passed away on Friday. A spokesperson with the agency, identifying Sergeant Ernest Kazmar as the deceased person in a Monday afternoon release.
RPD says that Sgt. Kazmar started his career on the force in 2009, after working at the Nye County Sheriff’s Office and the University of Nevada, Reno Police Department. He served in the Burglary Unit and the Robbery Homicide unit for a time, before returning to patrol in 2020. A short time later, he was promoted to Sergeant.
According to the department, Sgt. Kazmar’s work was reflected in the numerous recognition and awards he received throughout his career, both from officials, and from people in the community. He’s remembered as a respected sergeant and mentor to those he supervised…