Fatal Shooting Cause Remains Unclear After Public Review
Officials cannot determine if police or a father fired the fatal shots during the February 3, 2026, standoff.
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October 29, 2026
David Vasquez Indicted for Fatal Shooting in Las VegasThe suspect pleaded not guilty to charges after a June shooting at a Five Below store.
October 23, 2026
Las Vegas Woman Charged After Fatal Stabbing on Del ReyThe suspect was taken into custody on October 22 following a domestic incident at a residence in the city.
October 22, 2026
Police Seek New Leads in 1990 Cold Case HomicideThe 68-year-old victim was killed in his apartment between November 23 and November 26, 1990.
October 21, 2026
Police Issue Warrants for Two in Deadly Business RobberyThe suspects face murder and kidnapping charges following the October 15 incident on East Flamingo Road.
October 21, 2026
Man Pleads Guilty to Murder at Maryland Parkway StoreThe 43-year-old defendant will serve at least 56 years in prison for the 2026 double homicide.
October 20, 2026
Levante Davidson Arrested in Decatur HomicideThe 32-year-old suspect is due in court on October 21 following the fatal October 4 shooting.
October 15, 2026
Police Standoff Underway in East Las Vegas ApartmentSWAT units are responding to an incident in the 3800 block of S. Nellis Boulevard.
October 15, 2026
Man Dies in Northeast Las Vegas ShootingThe suspects fled the scene of the 7:30 p.m. incident in an SUV, and LVMPD investigators are now seeking tips from the public.
October 15, 2026
Leaders Propose Stricter Juvenile Gun Possession LawsProposed changes to be introduced in the 2027 legislative session include potential detention for repeat offenders.
October 13, 2026
Groundbreaking Held for Forever One MemorialConstruction began October 2 on the permanent site honoring the 58 victims of the 2017 shooting.
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