Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe Reports Death Under Investigation

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03/24/2026 09:53 AM

The Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe issued a public statement Tuesday, March 24, regarding the discovery of a deceased individual in a canal on the southeastern portion of the reservation.

According to tribal officials, the incident occurred March 22 in an area southeast of Hicks Road. At approximately 10:35 a.m., a passerby noticed an adult male in the canal and contacted authorities out of concern for his well-being.

Officers with the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Police Department, along with emergency medical personnel, responded to the scene and confirmed the individual was deceased.

Authorities reported there are no indications of foul play at this time. The case remains under investigation, and no additional details have been released.

The individual has been identified as Kelly Benjamin, a resident of the Fallon Paiute-Shoshone Tribe.

Officials also acknowledged the individual who reported the incident, noting their prompt action in contacting authorities.

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Charlene B Johnson 03/24/2026 01:55 PM

This post was released without letting the next of kin or family know first. I am Kelly’s sister, Charlene B Johnson and his daughter is Trisha Benjamin. The Fallon Tribal Police acted unconscionably by not notifying the family first. This is devastating for us especially after speaking a little bit with the officer handling the report and The Chief Juarez. Who refused to give me any further details or to at least let me know the FBI was notified and that they were investigating if my brothers death was foul play or not. My understanding is the FBI is called when a body is found. Tribal Chairwoman please do the family a solid and make sure the finding of my brother was due to suspicious circumstances.