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Las Vegas Crime News: Reports & Updates

Las Vegas crime news provides updates on arrests, police briefings, and court outcomes to keep residents and visitors informed.
Las Vegas citizens help stop fleeing suspect after chase
Two citizens are seen restraining a fleeing suspect on the ground after a Las Vegas police chase and crash, according to video released by authorities.

Las Vegas Police Chase Ends in Crash as Citizens Help Stop Suspect

Las Vegas police say citizens helped stop a fleeing suspect after a crash and foot chase following a domestic violence call.
March 30, 2026
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Las Vegas Murder-Suicide Investigation
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police investigate a murder-suicide in the southwest valley where a woman was found dead and a man hospitalized with a self-inflicted gunshot wound.

Man Shoots Himself After Killing Girlfriend in Southwest Valley

Police say a Las Vegas man fatally shot his girlfriend before shooting himself early Sunday in the southwest valley. Investigation ongoing.
March 23, 2026
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Woman Shot in Las Vegas, Ex-Boyfriend Arrested
Police investigate a fatal shooting in the 8900 block of South Durango Drive in Las Vegas after a woman reported threats from her ex-boyfriend. Authorities identified the suspect as Jorge Garcia.

Woman fatally shot in southwest Las Vegas apartment; ex-boyfriend arrested

Jail records show Jorge A. Garcia, 33, was booked on March 18, 2026, on a charge of open murder with the use of a deadly weapon.
March 20, 2026
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LVMPD Remembers Officer James Harbin II
Corrections Officer James W. Harbin II, 22, was killed on March 18, 1979, after being mistaken for a police officer during an armed robbery in Las Vegas.

LVMPD remembers officer James Harbin II killed in 1979

LVMPD commemorates Corrections Officer James Harbin II, killed in 1979 after encountering an armed robbery while heading to work.
March 18, 2026
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LVMPD Welcomes 29 New Officers
Police Officer Class 08-2025 graduates during a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department academy ceremony welcoming 29 new officers.

Las Vegas police academy graduates 29 new officers in LVMPD Class 08-2025 ceremony

LVMPD welcomed 29 newly sworn officers as Police Officer Class 08-2025 graduated from the department’s academy, adding diverse recruits ready to serve the Las Vegas Valley.
March 11, 2026
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POLICE SEEK ADDITIONAL VICTIMS
Las Vegas police are seeking additional potential victims after the arrest of a teacher on felony charges, according to LVMPD.

Las Vegas Police Seek Additional Victims After Teacher Arrested on Sex Crime Charges

Las Vegas police arrested a 36-year-old teacher on multiple felony charges involving a pupil and are urging additional victims to come forward.
February 24, 2026
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Southern Nevada Traffic Task Force Reports Results
Southern Nevada Traffic Task Force officers conduct coordinated enforcement operations across the Las Vegas Valley. LVMPD reported 3,719 traffic stops and 3,992 citations since the task force launched in December 2025, including 2,518 speeding citations and 25 arrests.

Southern Nevada Traffic Task Force Surpasses 3,700 Stops in First Months of Operation

The Southern Nevada Traffic Task Force has conducted 3,719 traffic stops and issued 3,992 citations since launching in December 2025, with speeding violations accounting for the majority of enforcement actions, according to
February 23, 2026
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Las Vegas Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting, Arson
Las Vegas police arrested a 60-year-old man after a fatal shooting and house fire on Gabriel Drive. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Las Vegas Man Arrested After Fatal Shooting and Arson

Las Vegas police arrested a 60-year-old man after a fatal shooting and arson on Gabriel Drive. A woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
February 22, 2026
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Las Vegas Terror Investigation at Boulder Substation
Terror Probe at Boulder Substation

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, Boulder City Police Department, Federal Bureau of Investigation Provide Terrorism Investigation Update

Las Vegas authorities are investigating a suspected terrorism-related incident after a vehicle crashed through a secured gate at a Boulder City power substation. Officials recovered firearms, explosive materials and incendiary devices. There
February 21, 2026
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