Las Vegas Police Shooting: 911 Caller Shot and Killed
Key Points
- 43-year-old man called 911 reporting shots fired at his home
- Las Vegas police officer responded and shot the man
- Man died at the scene
- Police say they are investigating the incident
What Happened?
On Tuesday, January 10, 2023, at around 6:30 p.m., a 43-year-old man called 911 to report that shots had been fired at his home in Las Vegas, Nevada. The man told the 911 operator that he had heard multiple gunshots and that he believed someone was trying to break into his house.
A Las Vegas police officer responded to the call and arrived at the scene a few minutes later. The officer encountered the man outside of his home and ordered him to show his hands. The man did not comply with the officer's commands, and the officer fired his gun, striking the man multiple times.
The man was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending an investigation by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
What We Know
The identity of the man who was shot and killed has not been released. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident and has not yet released any further details.
What We Don't Know
It is not clear why the man called 911 to report shots fired at his home. It is also not clear why the man did not comply with the officer's commands. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is investigating these and other questions.
What's Next
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is continuing to investigate the incident. The officer involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
