A man was shot and killed Thursday morning during an argument at a park in the east Las Vegas valley, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Investigators say the shooting appears to be an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Incident
Metro police responded around 8:30 a.m. Thursday to reports of gunfire in the 4900 block of Lana Drive, near East Harmon Avenue and South Nellis Boulevard. Shortly after, dispatchers received another 911 call reporting that a person had been shot, LVMPD Lt. Robert Price said during a news conference.
When officers arrived, they located a man inside Maslow Park suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
Response
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries, police said. His identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Lt. Price said officers immediately secured the scene and began a homicide investigation.
Circumstances
According to police, a group of three to four people had been sitting together on a bench inside the park prior to the shooting. At some point, an argument broke out among the group.
During the dispute, one person produced a firearm and shot the victim. All individuals involved left the area before officers arrived, police said.
Investigators have not said what led to the argument or whether the people involved knew each other.
Safety
Police emphasized that the shooting was an isolated incident and that there is no known threat to the surrounding community.
Residents were advised to expect a continued police presence in the area while detectives process evidence and conduct interviews. Authorities also encouraged drivers to use alternate routes nearby.
Investigation
Detectives with the LVMPD Homicide Section are working to identify the shooter and locate any witnesses who may have been in or near the park at the time of the incident.
Police said information from the public could be critical in determining what happened and who was responsible.
Incident Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Maslow Park, east Las Vegas valley |
| Time | About 8:30 a.m. Thursday |
| Victim | Adult male, name not released |
| Cause | Gunshot wound |
| Status | Homicide investigation ongoing |
Public
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact the LVMPD Homicide Section at 702-828-3521 or by email at homicide@lvmpd.com.
Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or submit tips online at crimestoppersofnv.com.
Police say the investigation remains active.
FAQs
Where did the shooting happen?
At Maslow Park in the east Las Vegas valley.
When did police respond?
Around 8:30 a.m. Thursday morning.
Was this a random shooting?
Police say it was an isolated incident.
Has a suspect been arrested?
No arrests have been announced.
How can witnesses contact police?
By calling LVMPD or Crime Stoppers.
