LAS VEGAS — On May 10, 2020 at 7:18 p.m., LVMPD dispatch received a call reference an intoxicated male causing a disturbance inside an apartment complex located in the 6500 block of Boulder Hwy. The dispatcher was advised by security that the individual had a firearm.
The Air Unit arrived in the area and located the male on a third-floor balcony and confirmed he was armed. Arriving patrol officers set up a containment plan in an attempt to deescalate the situation. The patrol officers saw the suspect exit his apartment holding the firearm, which he pointed towards them. The officers fired, striking the suspect. The suspect was transported to Sunrise Hospital where he is currently in critical condition.
This is the eighth officer involved shooting of 2020. Per LVMPD policy, the identity of the officer involved will be released after 48 hours.
Captain Nichole Splinter provided a video briefing from the scene regarding the incident.
