Authorities in Las Vegas are investigating a tragic incident where a woman was discovered fatally shot inside her vehicle. This incident occurred on Sunday morning in south Las Vegas, following a reported car crash.
Details of the Incident
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police reported that the collision took place shortly after 5:20 a.m. in the 7500 block of Dean Martin Drive, situated south of Warm Springs Road. Upon arrival, officers found the vehicle had struck a street sign.
Medical personnel were already on the scene, attending to the woman who suffered from a gunshot wound. Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead at the site of the incident.
Investigation and Next Steps
Detectives have confirmed that the woman was driving prior to the crash. However, further details regarding the circumstances of the shooting have not yet been released.
The Clark County Coroner’s Office is responsible for identifying the woman and will also determine the cause and manner of her death.
Call for Witnesses
Authorities are urging anyone with information about this shooting to come forward. Individuals can reach out to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Section at 702-828-4082. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers can be contacted at 702-385-5555.
