Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has made an arrest in connection with the killing of a man found near a dumpster on Maryland Parkway. Jaron Amey, a 35-year-old man, has been taken into custody and faces charges of open murder with a deadly weapon, according to an official LVMPD update. The arrest by the Criminal Apprehension Team (CAT), a multi-agency task force including the FBI and local police departments, happened on August 13, indicating the swift progression of this investigation.
The original press release stated that LVMPD received a call at approximately 9:53 p.m. on August 11, upon arrival officers discovered a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound who was pronounced deceased at the scene, the LVMPD Homicide Section's investigation found that the victim had been conversing with several individuals before the incident and these individuals fled prior to police arrival, this evidence possibly contributing to the identification and arrest of the suspect. The criminal investigation is ongoing, and additional details are likely to emerge as it proceeds.
While the name of the victim has not yet been released by authorities, the Clark County Coroner’s Office will provide identification and further details on the cause and manner of death. The LVMPD continues their call for individuals with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the ongoing case.
Community members with knowledge that could be relevant to the murder investigation are urged to reach out to the LVMPD Homicide Section or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers. The LVMPD has expressed its commitment to thorough investigative work and will likely keep the public apprised as the case evolves.
