Henderson police are investigating a deadly shooting that left one person dead near East Lake Mead Parkway and East Warm Springs Road. Authorities were investigating the shooting Thursday morning, and say the inquiry remains active as they work to piece together what happened.
According to 8 News Now, the Henderson Police Department was investigating a deadly shooting in the southeast valley Thursday morning, with police confirming that one person was shot and killed near Lake Mead Parkway and Warm Springs Road. FOX5 Vegas reported that officials said one person died from injuries after being shot, an account authorities announced as the investigation got underway.
Police Call It Isolated, Urge Public to Steer Clear
Despite the active scene, police emphasized there was no ongoing threat. Per the same account from 8 News Now, investigators described the shooting as an isolated incident and said there was no danger to the public. Officials also asked residents to avoid the area while the investigation continued, citing the heavy police presence near the intersection.
The Las Vegas Review-Journal likewise placed the shooting in the area of East Lake Mead Parkway and East Warm Springs Road and noted that the public was asked to avoid the area at this time for the investigation. No additional details about a suspect or motive had been released.
Second Homicide of the Year for Henderson
Few Details Released Few additional specifics were available Thursday, and authorities have not released the identity of the person who died.
This remains a developing story, and 8 News Now said it would continue providing updates as additional information becomes available. Henderson police have not indicated when they expect to release further details about the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
