Update, February 7, 2023: 

Edward Rivas has been sentenced to life in prison in the Nevada Department of Corrections, without the possibility of parole. 

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(Sept. 19, 2020) The family of a 12-year-old boy killed on Berrum Place earlier this month will be holding a candlelight vigil on Friday night.

The vigil for Stevie Jamon starts at 6:30 p.m. at 1235 Berrum Place.

People are asked to wear white clothing and a mask while attending.  

According to a criminal complaint in this case, the victim was stabbed to death before a fire was lit inside of the apartment

Reno Police later arrested Edward Rivas in connection to the case. He reportedly had an argument with the victim’s mother - one week before the murder happened.

He faces open murder and arson charges.

Rivas will be in court on Monday for an arraignment hearing.Â