RENO, Nev. (AP) - Reno police have arrested a 77-year-old driver accused of running into a pedestrian on purpose and fleeing the scene.
Police said Thursday James Preston has been charged with battery with a deadly weapon in connection with the incident at an intersection in northwest Reno in August.
Detectives say they believe he intentionally struck the victim walking in a crosswalk at West 7th Street and McCarran Boulevard, then drove away.
Investigators say they identified Preston based on witness reports and video collected from the area. He was arrested on Wednesday.
The pedestrian suffered non-life threatening injuries. It’s not clear if Preston has a lawyer or will be appointed one at a pending court appearance.
Anyone with information is asked to call Reno police at 775-334-2188 or Secret Witness at 775-322-4900
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