Former Sentencing Chief Faces Theft Charges | Reno News

Former head of Washoe County’s alternative sentencing program, Justin Roper, faces federal charges after a grand jury indicted him for allegedly stealing nearly $56,000 from a federal grant program he oversaw — money meant to help people avoid jail. The theft is pinned to November–December 2024, and if convicted, Roper could face up to 10 years in prison. Authorities are now working to arrest him as the case unfolds. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/503bfc6ff2c9bb4e