Three Arrested Following Racist Incident at Hot August Nights Car Show in Virginia City

Three individuals have been arrested after a video went viral showing a racist incident during the Hot August Nights Car Show in Virginia City, Nevada. The disturbing footage, which has sparked outrage on social media, captured multiple suspects harassing a Black man and making references to a “hanging tree.”

‼️RAClSTS THREATENED TO HANG A BLACK MAN 🤬

The RAClST told him “There’s a "HANGING TREE" down the street for "N*GGERS” like him”

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📍Virginia City | Nevada

IS VIRGINIA CITY ONE OF THE MOST RAClST TOWNS IN AMERICA 🇺🇸 ? pic.twitter.com/DLwlbZHOeA

— i Expose Racists (@SeeRacists) August 4, 2024

The Storey County Sheriff’s Office has identified the suspects as Gary Miller, Janis Miller, and Tiffany Miller. Gary Miller has been charged with a violation of breach of peace, Janis Miller faces a charge of battery, and Tiffany Miller has been charged with obstructing and delaying a peace officer.

Nevada Attorney General issued a statement condemning the actions of the individuals involved. “I condemn their actions. Such hate does not represent the values we hold here in Nevada, and it should not be countenanced. Accordingly, I have reached out to Sheriff Cullen to offer my support in his office’s investigation into this matter.”

Authorities are continuing their investigation and are urging anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward. Those with information are asked to contact the Storey County Sheriff’s Office.