A busy Las Vegas intersection turned into a crime scene Thursday night after a man was found with a gunshot wound to the leg near North Rancho Drive and West Lake Mead Boulevard, according to police.
Officers said the victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where his injuries were described as non-life-threatening. The area remained under police control while detectives headed to the scene to sort out what happened.
Police: Victim Shot In Leg
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officers responded to reports of gunfire and arrived to find a man suffering from a leg wound. He was moved to an area hospital for treatment, News 3 Las Vegas reported.
According to the station, the injury was considered non-life-threatening. Police, however, did not release any information about a suspect, a possible motive, or what may have led up to the shooting, and detectives were en route to take over the investigation.
How To Report Tips
Police are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or has video from the area to speak up. Tipsters can contact Las Vegas police directly or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
Tips to Crime Stoppers of Nevada can be submitted at (702) 385-5555, per Crime Stoppers of Nevada. For non-emergencies, LVMPD's dispatch can be reached at 702-828-3111, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
What We Know And What’s Next
So far, police have not announced any arrests and say the investigation remains active. Detectives are expected to release more details as they track down leads and review any potential evidence.
For now, authorities are leaning on the public for help, urging anyone with information to come forward and assist as the inquiry continues.
