Posted on: October 3, 2023, 07:51h.
Last updated on: October 3, 2023, 07:51h.
A pedestrian tragically lost his life in a shooting incident near the Las Vegas Strip on Saturday night. According to local authorities, the victim was hit by an errant bullet intended for someone else.
The innocent victim was walking on Las Vegas Boulevard South when he was struck by a bullet at around 11:36 p.m. He was immediately taken to University Medical Center but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
Reports suggest that the shooter intended to target another individual with whom he was involved in a dispute. However, the stray bullet found its way towards the unsuspecting bystander, resulting in a critical injury.
Law enforcement authorities have confirmed that the victim was not connected to the altercation between the two men.
Arrest Made
A suspect, identified as Marvin Williams, 27, has been apprehended and charged with open murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied structure.
Williams is currently in custody at the Clark County Detention Center and is expected to appear in court in Las Vegas soon. It is unclear at this time whether he will plead guilty or not.
If convicted, Williams could face a significant prison sentence.
Investigation Continues
The circumstances leading to the dispute between Williams and the third individual remain unclear. Both suspects sustained minor injuries from the fight.
The Clark County Coroner’s office is conducting an autopsy on the victim to determine the cause and manner of death. Details about the victim’s identity and the number of gunshot wounds sustained are anticipated to be revealed during the investigation.
The incident took place near the intersection with Oakey Boulevard and the initial shooting location was identified as the address of Boston Pizza Vegas. It is unknown if the establishment played any role in the crime.
Authorities from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Section are leading the investigation, searching for evidence, witnesses, and surveillance footage.
This unfortunate incident adds to the list of violent crimes that have occurred on the Las Vegas Strip in recent years.