Jaime Mendoza, a suspect involved in a violent felony, was arrested last Sunday after a pursuit that ended in gunfire and a foot chase. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Mendoza faces several felony charges. The incident began when Mendoza allegedly fired at officers, prompting one officer to return fire.
On the night of last Friday, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officers identified a vehicle matching the description of one involved in a violent felony. The vehicle fled when officers tried to stop it and later crashed. The suspect, identified as Mendoza, ran from the scene and exchanged gunfire with officers. This incident marked the 14th officer-involved shooting in 2024 for the department, as reported by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department will release the officer's name 48 hours after the incident, as per their policy. Captain Kurt McKenzie shared details about the incident and investigation on their YouTube channel. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department asks anyone with information to contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Force Investigation Team or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
