On the morning of March 26, 2026, the Lyon County Sheriff’s Office became aware of a video circulating on social media depicting a physical altercation involving multiple individuals.
At the time the video surfaced, information indicated that several of the individuals involved were juveniles and that at least one participant was an adult.
Central Command Patrol Deputies immediately initiated an investigation to determine the origin and circumstances surrounding the incident. Through investigative efforts, deputies were able to identify all parties involved in the altercation.
As a result of the investigation, 18-year-old Silver Springs resident Michael Rogers was arrested and booked into the Lyon County Jail on one felony count of Battery by Strangulation and one felony count of Child Abuse.
Deputies also identified 18-year-old Silver Springs resident Austin McGuigan, who was subsequently arrested and booked on one felony count of Battery by Strangulation and one felony count of Child Endangerment.
The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office emphasizes the following: Once you turn 18, you are legally an adult and will be treated as such. What some may view as a “fight” or something to record and post on social media can quickly become a felony criminal offense with serious, life-altering consequences.
Choosing to participate in violent behavior—especially when it involves minors—will result in swift enforcement action, arrest, and prosecution. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office will aggressively investigate incidents of this nature and will hold those responsible fully accountable under the law.
This case remains under investigation. Any juvenile participants involved will also be held accountable through the appropriate legal process; however, in accordance with state law and policy, the identities of juveniles will not be released.
