Las Vegas homicide detectives are investigating after a person was found dead early Thursday on the 9200 block of Desert Village Avenue near Flamingo and Fort Apache roads. The scene prompted a heavy police presence, road closures, and traffic backups in the southwest valley neighborhood.
Where it happened
According to a report from FOX5 Vegas, the homicide was centered on the 9200 block of Desert Village Avenue near Flamingo and Fort Apache. Police urged the public to steer clear of the area while the investigation remained active. The FOX5 story, published Feb. 12, 2026, noted that homicide detectives were still on scene and that no additional details had been released at that time.
Police response and tips
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Homicide Section is handling the case. On its official site, the department lists the Homicide Section contact as (702) 828-3521 and an email at [email protected], information provided on the LVMPD Homicide page.
For those who prefer to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers accepts tips at (702) 385-5555, according to Crime Stoppers of Nevada.
What we don't know
Officials have not released the victim's name, the cause or manner of death, or any suspect information as of Thursday morning. Authorities told FOX5 they expect to share more information later in the day. Investigators are asking anyone who has video or other tips from the area to contact the Homicide Section.
