Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

Washoe County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrest Spanish Springs man for sex crimes against children

Washoe County Sheriff’s Office detectives have arrested George Francis Mager, 76, on seven felony juvenile sex crime charges.

In August of 2021, Washoe County patrol deputies were originally made aware of crimes against children by Mager. After the initial report, Washoe County Sheriff’s Office detectives took over the investigation. Multiple victims came forward and described similar patterns of behavior to detectives. The victims are known to the suspect. Detectives arrested Mager on August 26, 2021. Mager is charged with three felony counts of lewdness with a child under 14, two felony counts of attempted lewdness with a child under 14, and two felony counts of indecent exposure.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone who may have information related to this investigation is asked to contact the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division at (775) 328-3320 or Secret Witness at (775)322-4900. Reference case number WC21-4063.

The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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