Man Dies in Northeast Las Vegas Shooting
The suspects fled the scene of the 7:30 p.m. incident in an SUV, and LVMPD investigators are now seeking tips from the public.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Violence
A man in his late 20s died following a shooting at Z's Supermarket in northeast Las Vegas. LVMPD officers responded to the 4700 block of East Owens Avenue after a ShotSpotter alert.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing public safety concerns in the northeast valley. With no suspects currently in custody, police are seeking information from the public to assist in the investigation.
Officers arrived at the 4700 block of East Owens Avenue at 7:30 p.m. following a ShotSpotter notification and a 911 call. No suspects have been identified or taken into custody in connection with the fatality.
The players
LVMPD
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is the lead agency investigating the homicide.
The details
The shooting took place outside the business after a physical and verbal altercation between the victim and suspects. The suspects fled the scene in an SUV shortly after the confrontation. LVMPD investigators are continuing to process the scene and are calling for witnesses to come forward with information regarding the event.
Timeline
October 14, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.
Beyond the Strip
The LVMPD routinely uses the ShotSpotter gunshot detection system to identify and respond to firearm incidents across the valley. This shooting marks another instance where the technology directed officers to a crime scene in northeast Las Vegas.
Anyone with information about the shooting in the 4700 block of East Owens Avenue should contact the LVMPD Homicide Section or Crime Stoppers. Residents are reminded that they can provide tips anonymously through the reporting lines.
The takeaway
The investigation remains active, and residents should report any relevant information to the LVMPD Homicide Section at 702-828-3521. Anonymous tips can also be shared by calling Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555.
Further reading
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