US District Court judge struck and killed by car near downtown Reno | News

A U.S. District Court judge and former Washoe County prosecutor was killed after being struck by a car while walking Wednesday afternoon.

The victim was identified as Larry Hicks.

“Today our community lost an extraordinary man,” said a statement issued on behalf of the Hicks family, including current Washoe County Prosecutor Chris Hicks. “Judge Larry Hicks was a deeply admired lawyer and judge, a devoted friend, mentor and dedicated servant to the administration of justice. To us, he was above all a man who put nothing before his family. He was a hero in every way, a loving husband of almost 59 years, a beloved father, a doting dad and a brother.”

Reno Police, Reno Fire and REMSA responded to a report that a car had struck a pedestrian just after 2:15 p.m., according to a release from the Reno Police Department.

It happened at the intersection of South Virginia Street and California Avenue.

The RPD Major Accident Investigation Team is leading the investigation.

The driver of the car remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation.

Police say impairment does not appear to be a factor in the crash.

“On behalf of the men and women of the Reno Police Department, we extend our deepest condolences to the family of Judge Hicks,” Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance said in a statement. “Tragedies like this leave a lasting impact on our lives, especially when they involve valued members of our community.

“Today's news regarding the Honorable Judge Larry R. Hicks, who served Nevada for over 53 years, is tragic,” said Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam.