LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — We've learned that the investigation into a shooting in the south valley is now being taken over by LVMPD Homicide.
It happened around 4:06 a.m. in the area of Polaris and Rush, near Dean Martin and Cactus, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
LVMPD Dispatch received calls reporting multiple gunshots in the area and a man lying in the roadway, according to Lt. Monique Rodriguez.
WATCH the full police briefing here:
When officers arrived, they found one person suffering an apparent gunshot wound, and that person was taken to an area hospital, according to authorities.
Despite life-saving measures, the 36-year-old was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The investigation is in the preliminary stages, but Rodriguez said it is likely the suspect and victim knew each other.
This is an ongoing investigation, and anyone with information is asked to contact LVMPD Homicide or, to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers.
-
Canadian tourist pleads not guilty to injuring flamingos on Las Vegas Strip
On Tuesday, Canadian tourist Mitchell Fairbarn pleaded not guilty to four animal cruelty charges after being accused of injuring flamingos on the Las Vegas Strip.
Arrest report reveals multiple allegations made against local gymnastics coach
The arrest report states the case began when a young boy at Go For It USA Gymnastics day camp alleged Michael Nestor, 21, touched his buttocks.
Additional victims sought after local coach arrested for 'sexually based crimes'
Police are seeking additional juvenile victims after a local coach was arrested for "sexually based crimes," according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Metro police officer arrested, charged with child abuse and battery
A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officer was arrested on the Fourth of July and faces multiple charges, according to LVMPD.
