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POLICE: Woman kills man after fight with teenage daughter

Posted at 6:36 AM, May 26, 2020
and last updated 2020-05-26 11:13:55-04

LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Las Vegas police are investigating a homicide Monday night on Reno Avenue near Tropicana Avenue and Spencer Street.

Police say that a male in his late 40s was fighting with his teenage daughter and choking her. The teenager's mother separated the pair and the mother and father went into a bedroom.

Shortly after, a gunshot was heard. Police are still trying to figure out exactly what led to the shooting. Police say the woman, who is in her 40s, told police she shot her husband.

At this time, it is not known if the woman was arrested or will be arrested.

The Clark County coroner will identify the deceased.