Las Vegas police are working a homicide case in the northeast valley after officers were called to the 4900 block of E. Craig near Las Vegas Boulevard just after 9 p.m. Thursday. Homicide detectives responded to the scene as officers spent hours into the night collecting evidence and securing the area. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s name, the cause of death, or said whether any suspects are in custody.
Police response and initial timeline
According to KSNV, officers were dispatched to the 4900 block of E. Craig near Las Vegas Boulevard shortly after 9 p.m., where the call quickly escalated into a homicide investigation. Homicide detectives arrived to take over the case, and the station reported that more information was expected to be released in the hours that followed. As of now, however, officials have not provided additional details. This story will be updated as new information becomes available from investigators.
How to reach investigators
Per LVMPD, anyone with information about a homicide is urged to contact the Homicide Section at (702) 828-3521 or email [email protected]. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555. The department notes that the Clark County Coroner will release the decedent’s identity and the official cause and manner of death once that work is complete. Members of the public who have video or other information are encouraged to share it with detectives.
What we do not yet know
Investigators have not released any suspect description, possible motive, or the victim's identity at this early stage. Reports indicate that traffic and nearby businesses were affected while the scene remained active. Additional details and official statements from homicide detectives will be added when they are made public.
