On November 12, 2024, at approximately 7:08 p.m., Lake Havasu City Police Department officers were investigating an incident in the 1400 block of Smoketree Avenue when they were alerted to a possible shooting in the same area. Upon arriving, officers determined that an altercation had occurred, during which a firearm was discharged.

Two individuals, including a juvenile, sustained non-life-threatening injuries during the incident. Both victims were treated at the hospital and later released.

Following a thorough investigation by the Lake Havasu City Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Unit, a suspect has been identified. Authorities are seeking the community's assistance in locating 18-year-old Ryan Christopher Nelson, a resident of Lake Havasu City. Havasu Silent Witness is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to his location and arrest.

Anyone with information about Ryan's whereabouts is urged to contact the Lake Havasu City Police Department. To provide anonymous tips, contact Havasu Silent Witness at (928) 854-TIPS (8477), email TIPS@LHCAZ.GOV, or click the link below to submit tips or file an online police report.

Public Information Officer:  Sergeant Kyle Ridgway