LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department homicide detectives are investigating a fatal stabbing that occurred late Saturday night in the 2400 block of Hinkle Drive.
At approximately 11:44 p.m. on Aug. 15, 2026, LVMPD Communications received a report of a man who had been stabbed in a vacant lot in the area. Patrol officers arrived and located the man suffering from an apparent stab wound.
Officers rendered aid until medical personnel arrived. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigation ongoing
The LVMPD Homicide Section was notified and responded to the scene. The investigation is ongoing.
The identity of the victim, as well as the cause and manner of death, will be released through the Clark County Coroner’s Office.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the LVMPD Homicide Section by phone at 702-828-3521 or by email at [email protected].
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