The LVMPD warns of email scams threatening to release embarrassing content unless paid in Bitcoin, advising against meeting the demands and encouraging vigilance and reporting.

A woman, Lindsay Harris, was arrested after a chase with Las Vegas Police, which began when she fled from a suspicious vehicle with a stolen plate and ended with her peaceful surrender after a standoff.

Synetta Harper was arrested for attempted murder in North Las Vegas after allegedly stabbing two women; she was later apprehended by SWAT following a standoff.

Southbound I-15 in Las Vegas was closed after an early morning shooting near Washington Avenue. Traffic was affected, but partially reopened later. The victim is non-critically injured; police are investigating with no suspects identified yet.

A pedestrian died in Summerlin after being hit by a vehicle on Charleston Blvd. near the Red Rock Casino. The driver is cooperating with the investigation. The crash led to traffic lane closures.

A Las Vegas police helicopter made a safe precautionary landing at the College of Southern Nevada due to a warning light. No injuries or damage were reported.

A man died from multiple gunshot wounds following a domestic disturbance in northwest Las Vegas. A person of interest is in custody as the police investigate the incident.

The LVMPD identified Arthur Joseph Lavery as the suspect in the 1994 homicide of Melonie White, using DNA and genetic genealogy. Lavery has since passed away.

An impaired Nevada prison employee was sent home and later died in a crash. Investigations question why he was allowed to drive and procedural adherence.

Michele Fiore, previously suspended with pay, now faces suspension without pay after being convicted on wire fraud and conspiracy related to misusing funds in Las Vegas.

Police confront a suspect with a stolen car in Las Vegas, leading to an officer-involved shooting; suspect Jose Contreras-Munguia is hospitalized and faces multiple charges.

A woman was fatally shot at a Las Vegas apartment complex; a 15-year-old male has been booked on felony charges related to the incident, now under LVMPD investigation.

A large fire in a Las Vegas backyard prompted a two-alarm response with 71 personnel on Saturday evening, leading to one adult and several pets being displaced.