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A Washoe County Deputy District Attorney faces charges of open and gross lewdness after being arrested last weekend in Reno.

Kenneth Ching was arrested by the Reno Police on Saturday. According to Washoe County District Attorney’s Office Public Information Officer Kendall Holcomb, Ching has been placed on administrative leave while the case proceeds.

In a statement, the District Attorney’s Office said, "We are aware of the matter and take it very seriously. Mr. Ching has been placed on administrative leave, and the criminal case has been referred to the Carson City District Attorney’s Office for all prosecution purposes. Out of respect for the process, we have no further comment at this time."

This is a developing story; we will provide updates as information becomes available.Â