The North Las Vegas Police Department Traffic Division has been targeted by gunfire for the second time in one week, raising concerns about safety and prompting a law enforcement investigation into the incidents. Last night, just before 7 p.m., officers inside the Traffic Division building, located at 6445 North Palmer Street, heard a series of gunshots which led to a prompt response and investigation at the scene.
According to a report by 8 News Now, the officers emerged from the building to find the south side of the structure had been hit multiple times with gunfire. In response to this attack, additional officers were dispatched and a section of Centennial Parkway, extending from Pecos Road to Statz Street, was shut down to assist in the investigation.
The first shooting incident at the North Las Vegas Police Traffic Division was discovered on Monday, when officers noticed damage to an interior wall, hinting at the onset of a targeted pattern. The Las Vegas Review-Journal reported that detectives and crime scene investigators are presently working on the case and following several leads in an attempt to apprehend those responsible for the shootings.
The North Las Vegas Police Department has publicly asked for the community’s assistance with the ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact the North Las Vegas Police Department by phone at 702-633-9111 or to remain anonymous, reach out to Crime Stoppers of Nevada by phone at 702-385-5555, or visit them online.
