A man is dead and another has been taken into custody following a stabbing late Thursday night in east Las Vegas, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Police said the incident happened near Peach Orchard Road, close to Sahara Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard, in a residential neighborhood on the city’s east side.
Investigators believe the stabbing occurred after an argument between two men escalated into violence.
Incident
LVMPD officers responded around 11:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a stabbing in the 6300 block of Peach Orchard Road.
When officers arrived, they found a man outside the residence identified as 23-year-old Eder Castrejon. Witnesses at the scene told police that Castrejon had allegedly stabbed another man moments earlier.
Police then located the victim in the backyard of the property suffering from what were described as apparent stab wounds.
Emergency responders transported the victim to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities later confirmed that the victim died from his injuries.
Officials have not yet publicly released the victim’s identity pending notification of family members.
Investigation
According to preliminary findings from detectives, the victim and Castrejon were involved in an argument before the stabbing occurred.
Police said investigators believe Castrejon produced a knife during the confrontation and stabbed the victim.
Authorities have not released additional details about what may have led to the dispute or whether others witnessed the altercation directly.
Detectives continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses as part of the ongoing investigation.
Arrest
Following the incident, Castrejon was taken into custody by responding officers without further incident.
LVMPD confirmed he was booked into the Clark County Detention Center on a charge of open murder with a deadly weapon.
Under Nevada law, an open murder charge allows prosecutors flexibility in determining the degree of murder based on evidence presented during the investigation and court proceedings.
As of Saturday, court records regarding bail, legal representation, or upcoming hearings had not yet been publicly released.
Area
The stabbing occurred in a residential section of east Las Vegas that includes single-family homes and local neighborhood streets near Sahara Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard.
Violent crime investigations in residential areas often draw significant attention from nearby residents, particularly when incidents occur late at night.
Police have not indicated any ongoing threat to the public connected to this case.
Process
Homicide investigations typically involve forensic analysis, witness interviews, and review of physical evidence collected at the scene.
The Clark County Coroner’s Office is expected to determine the official cause and manner of death.
Once the investigation is completed, prosecutors will review evidence before deciding whether to pursue formal criminal charges and how the case will proceed in court.
Officials have asked anyone with additional information related to the incident to contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
FAQs
Where did the stabbing happen?
It happened on Peach Orchard Road in Las Vegas.
Who was arrested?
Police arrested 23-year-old Eder Castrejon.
What charge was filed?
Open murder with a deadly weapon.
Did the victim survive?
The victim later died at the hospital.
Is the investigation ongoing?
Yes, detectives are still investigating.
