Reno, Nev. – An 18‑year‑old man accused of killing a 15‑year‑old during a March 20th fight at a South Reno apartment complex pleaded not guilty Thursday to first‑degree murder with a deadly weapon and battery with a deadly weapon.
Case background
Police say the incident began as a pre‑planned altercation involving four women and two men. The dispute escalated just before 10 p.m. when gunfire was reported. Officers arrived at 1205 South Meadows Parkway, finding the teenager dead from a gunshot wound and an adult victim taken to a hospital in stable condition.
Detectives identified the suspect as Cameron Wadsworth, who was located in his unit with his family. He told officers he kept a firearm in his room and that the clothing and shoes he wore during the shooting were also there. In a subsequent interview, Wadsworth claimed he armed himself because he feared the fight would get out of hand and that he fired several shots after a man entered the fray.
Prosecutorial findings
Probable‑cause documents indicate Wadsworth fired roughly seven or eight rounds without clear aim, striking the teenager and injuring the adult. Video evidence, however, contradicts his claim that a mother was “pounded” during the melee; officers observed the woman standing and attempting to break up the fight.
The court denied bail on March 26, and Wadsworth remains in the Washoe County jail awaiting trial. His trial is expected to last about two weeks, though a start date has not yet been set.
Community response
Friends of Wadsworth have launched a GoFundMe campaign to cover legal expenses, asserting that he was defending himself and his family. Law enforcement continues to seek additional information from the public. Anyone with tips is encouraged to call the Reno Police Department’s non‑emergency line at 775‑334‑2677 or the Secret Witness line at 775‑322‑4900.
Ongoing investigation
The shooting remains under active investigation by Reno Police, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, and the Regional Emergency Medical Services Authority. Residents of the South Meadows Parkway complex have been asked to limit access to the property on foot while authorities continue their work.
Original reporting: 2news.com — read the source article.
