Stabbing Leads to Standoff in North Reno

RENO, NV- A stabbing investigation in North Reno turned into a standoff Wednesday afternoon.

A block of Citron St. and Helena Ave. was blocked off Wednesday, while the investigation was underway.

Reno police say it all began as a fight in front of a house in the area. Witnesses say four to five people were involved and three of them were seen leaving the scene in a white passenger car.

A 22 year old male was stabbed and taken to a local hospital. The victim is in stable condition. Officers detained one person on scene at the time of the fight. The investigation is on going.