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Through my position as a journalist I've met the family members of many violent crime victims. So often, after experiencing a terrible tragedy, I find these families are on a mission -- a mission for justice. This week I spoke with the family of 20-year-old Bryan Coursey. Coursey's murder has been unsolved since June. Authorities say two groups of men were fighting outside a Reno bar, a shot was fired, and an innocent bystander, Bryan Coursey, was fatally struck. Ever since June 15, Bryan's family has been on a mission for justice. Tuesday at Bryan's old school, North Valleys High, Bryan's family members sold wrist bands, raffle tickets, t-shirts and other items to create an additional reward in the case. Tanya Coursey, Bryan's aunt, tells me so far $6,000 has been raised. Police are seeking two suspects in the case, Arnulfo Carrillo and Cesar Garcia. Police say at the time of the shooting, both men resided locally. Tanya says she's heard acquaintances of the suspects say they would not turn them in for $2,500, the standard reward amount offered by Secret Witness in murder investigations. And so Bryan's family is asking for the community's help to continue to raise the reward and get justice for Bryan. At times, the table where the family was selling items with Bryan's name or picture was crowded with so many people, there was seemingly no place to stand. It touches me how this community comes together to help families who have been affected by violent crime. We're all very familiar with how so many wanted to help the family of Brianna Denison. Hundreds searched for the missing teen in very cold temperatures early this year. Then, after Brianna's body was discovered in a field on February 15, the community created a memorial of flowers, candles and other items in the South Meadows. Thanks to someone being observant and calling Secret Witness, a suspect in Denison's murder is now behind bars. But our job as members of the community is not over. We must remember there are still so many families that need our help to attain justice. The murders of Bryan Coursey, Montreaux residents Albert and Joan Musalo, and local mother Brandy Gallego remain unsolved -- and sadly I'm sure there are other examples. I'm writing this blog to praise the community for its continued support of crime victims' families. There are still many that need our help during incredibly difficult times. Please visit www.SecretWitness.com to learn more about unsolved crimes in our area. Your support and vigilance can, and do, make a difference to these families. Additional Information: Musalo Case: http://www.kolotv.com/home/headlines/6751167.html
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Posted by: Mike Location: Silver Springs, NV
Why doesn't the media give more coverage of the 9/11 Truth movement? Conspiracy theories aside, Dick Cheney disarmed the automatic defense system at the Pentagon on 9/11. Military Protocol dictates that as treason. Posted by: laird Location: washoe cty. The greatest commonality we share is ethical misconduct of the middle/core bureaucracy. An uncaring and unjust judicial system has converted law to one which is damaging the general public. At present, it operates to ensnare the most vulnerable people in a growing industry. It’s a feeding trough for unethical lawyers and other "fiduciaries" appointed by the courts to protect, many of whom nothing more than predators. State agencies acting as oversight allow the abuse. Ex., Aging Services, State Bar & A.G. refused investigation when inquired upon (http://www.stopguardianabuse.org/ www.probateinjustice.info). Courts set up various parties to exploit deaths, taking advantage with the dissolving and breakup of families. It’s quite an industry, court officers feeding income to state officials with a few select others thrown in. Try and file criminal charges against a court officer, executor or trustee and see where it gets you.” Posted by: repubs Location: valley golden chose your friend wisely and watch who your hunging with,have security guards at at the doors to check for firearms,make sure they have their ccw. on them . if not go to jail. Posted by: Joe Harrington Location: KOLO/Reno Tanya, my heart goes out to you and your family. It's my honor to continue to help you get the word out about this case. We need to get this case SOLVED for Bryan. Feel free to contact me any time if I can help further. Posted by: Tanya Location: Reno Joe...Words can not express how much we appriciate what you are doing for our family!!! When we had asked for the media to interview Bobbi (Bryans sister). The only station that would listen to our crys for help...was channel 8. You came to my home and listen and talked to our family with such a passionate heart.You Truely cared. Then we asked you to help us with this...and once again...you were there...and you stayed through the entire event, with such passion for what we are going through. Your story was amazing and you went above and beyond what you had to do as a reporter...You are truely a FRIEND and we Thank you with all our Hearts for being there for us when no one else would listen. You are amazing and a Blessing to our family!!! We Thank you and everyone at KOLO News Channel 8 for allowing us to keep Bryans story out there...I dont know what we would have done with out you!!! God Bless!!!! Tanya Coursey |
