Suspect allegedly kills mother in early morning Gardnerville shooting
A 27-year-old man allegedly shot his mother dead during a domestic dispute early Tuesday morning at a Gardnerville home, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.
The investigation has identified the suspect as Jarek Kozlowski, 27. The victim, Michelle Kozlowski, was found fatally shot in the street near the Manhattan Way home. According to Douglas County investigators, during the domestic incident, Jarek produced a handgun and made threats to his mother. Jarek’s younger brother, Joseph Kozlowski, attempted to calm Jarek down and had him go outside.
While outside Jarek put the handgun down at which time Joseph and Jarek became involved in a physical domestic fight, said Douglas County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Pat Brooks. During this fight, Jarek grabbed the gun and began aiming it at Joseph who ran away from the residence. Michelle then confronted Jarek, at which time he shot and killed her, said Brooks.
When deputies arrived, Jarek confronted the deputies at the door of the residence by firing rounds at the deputies. Deputies returned fire striking Jarek. No deputies were injured during this incident. The gun has been recovered from the scene.
Jarek then ran from the residence over the back fence. Deputies located Jarek who had serious injuries when they took him into custody. Jarek was taken to the hospital.
The investigation is ongoing and involves the Carson City Sheriff's Office, a normal procedure when officers are involved in a shooting.