Jalawrence Holden, 29, was shot and killed on October 2, 2022, near Reno City Hall while spending time with friends. Holden reportedly tried to grab the barrel of the gun but could not prevent the shooting.

Nevarez was arrested and charged with second-degree murder, use of a deadly weapon and carrying a concealed weapon. Prosecutors said her self-defense claim was not supported by the evidence and that she had used racially charged language when referring to Holden and his friends. In October 2024 a jury convicted Nevarez on all counts and she received combined sentences that include a minimum of 18 years in prison.

Does anyone have information about the events near City Hall that evening or about Holden’s time in Reno?