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Robert Buchanan III

Case from Silver Springs, NV dated Oct 13, 2016

Victim Details

Robert Buchanan III

Male

White / Caucasian

Silver Springs

NV

2016-10-13

48

Robert

Buchanan III

06/27/2026

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On October 13, 2016, a fatal shooting occurred in Silver Springs, Nevada, resulting in the death of Robert Buchanan III, a 48-year-old resident of the area. The incident took place at the intersection of Nevada Avenue and Highway 95A in Silver Springs.

The investigation into Buchanan's death led to the identification of a suspect. Santiago “Sonny” Fernandez, a 45-year-old man also from Silver Springs, was arrested on October 17, 2016, in connection with the shooting. Fernandez was boo ...
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  • Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting in Silver Springs
  • Update: LCSO makes arrest in Silver Springs shooting
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