A $1,000 reward is now on the line in Dolan Springs, where Mohave Silent Witness is seeking tips that lead to the arrest of a man wanted in an attempted homicide. Authorities say the suspect, identified as Ronald Lee McKinnon, is still on the run and should be considered armed and dangerous. Neighbors and travelers moving through the rural community are being urged to pass along any tips or contact investigators directly, rather than take any chances themselves.
Per Mohave County Sheriff’s Office, the attempted homicide happened on Sunday and investigators say McKinnon has an active felony arrest warrant for attempted homicide. The sheriff’s flyer describes him as a white male, about 6 feet tall and 170 pounds, with short or buzzed hair and blue eyes, and notes he may have facial hair. The release reiterates that McKinnon should be considered “armed and dangerous.”
As reported by KSNV, McKinnon was last seen wearing a blue bandana around his head, a black face mask, a blue plaid button-down shirt and blue jeans. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Detective Division at 928-753-0753 ext. 4288 or the toll-free number 1-800-522-4312 and reference DR# 26-027383. Callers who want to remain anonymous can reach Mohave Silent Witness at 928-753-1234. Law enforcement emphasizes that anyone who believes they have an immediate sighting should call 911 and not attempt to approach the suspect.
How the Reward Works
Mohave Silent Witness, the local chapter that helps funnel tips to investigators, has offered up to $1,000 for information that leads to an arrest in the case. The broader Silent Witness program notes that rewards are paid out anonymously, and that tipsters must contact the organization before an arrest or indictment to qualify for payment, per Silent Witness. The setup is designed to protect those who come forward while still getting crucial information into the hands of detectives.
How to Report Tips
Investigators say they are actively following leads and are calling on the public to share any detail that might help locate McKinnon, even if it seems minor. Per the sheriff’s flyer, tips can be left with the Detective Division at 928-753-0753 ext. 4288 or the toll-free line 1-800-522-4312, referencing DR# 26-027383; anonymous tips can be submitted to Mohave Silent Witness at 928-753-1234. Residents in the area are urged to use caution and to call 911 immediately if they believe they spot the suspect.
Legal Note and Local Context
McKinnon faces an active felony arrest warrant for attempted homicide and would be subject to prosecution in Mohave County if taken into custody, according to the sheriff’s office. The case comes amid other violent incidents reported in the region in recent months, including an attempted-homicide case in Lake Havasu City last year that involved a trading cards stabbing case. For now, investigators say public tips are a key piece of safely tracking down the Dolan Springs suspect.
