Las Vegas crime trends show violent crime dropping sharply while auto theft, scams, and juvenile violence rise. LVMPD expands tech and community-based policing.
Category: Legal
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Six Child Sex Predators Arrested in Multi-Agency ICAC Operation, LVMPD Says
Six men were arrested in a multi-agency ICAC undercover operation targeting child sex predators in North Las Vegas, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
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Comparative Negligence Explained: How Fault Affects Injury Claims
Comparative negligence determines how fault is shared in Nevada injury cases. Here’s how the 51% rule works and how it impacts compensation and settlement outcomes.
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Vohra Wound Physicians, Owner Agree to Pay $45M to Settle Medicare Fraud Allegations
Vohra Wound Physicians and its owner agreed to pay $45 million to resolve federal allegations of overbilling Medicare for unnecessary or unperformed wound care procedures.
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Vegas Casino Hit with Historic $10.5M Fine in Expanding Gambling Scandal
Resorts World Las Vegas has been fined $10.5 million, the second-largest penalty in Nevada history, after regulators found the casino allowed gamblers tied to illegal bookmaking to wager millions undetected.
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Vehicle Runs Red Light on Blue Diamond Road, Causing Crash That Later Turns Fatal
A 79-year-old woman died after a driver ran a red light on Blue Diamond Road, causing a two-vehicle crash that marked the 145th traffic fatality of 2025, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
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Las Vegas Man Charged With Cyberstalking, Sexual Exploitation of Minor, Feds Say
A former Las Vegas man has been indicted on federal charges of cyberstalking and sexual exploitation of a minor after prosecutors say he harassed a victim for years through letters and social media. He was arrested in Las Vegas and remains in federal custody as the case moves forward in the Western District of Pennsylvania.
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Unpacking Car Crash Settlements in Las Vegas: What Victims Can Expect
Victims injured in Las Vegas car crashes often face medical bills, lost income and insurance negotiations. Here’s what to expect during the settlement process and how compensation is determined under Nevada’s fault and liability rules.
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What to Do After a Car Accident in Las Vegas
Knowing what to do after a car accident in Las Vegas can protect your safety and your claim. Here’s a step-by-step guide covering 911 procedures, Nevada reporting laws, insurance requirements, evidence collection and when to contact a local injury attorney.
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Juvenile Pedestrian Seriously Injured in Collision Near Lake Mead Boulevard, Police Say
LAS VEGAS — A young girl suffered serious injuries Tuesday afternoon after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Lake Mead Boulevard outside a marked crosswalk, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. The collision occurred at approximately 4:38 p.m. on Nov. 11, 2025, on Lake Mead Boulevard east of Peaceful Spirit...