Las Vegas Sun

April 26, 2024

Police: Armed man arrested after hourslong standoff

Officers arrested an armed man following an hourslong standoff this morning in an east Las Vegas neighborhood, according to Metro Police.

The incident, which began as a domestic disturbance, was reported about 7:40 a.m. in the 3900 block of Bolles Harbor Street, near Wyoming Avenue and Lamb Boulevard, police said. 

Police said they encountered a gunman inside a house, prompting a Metro SWAT team to respond and other officers to evacuate the area.

Police announced an arrest about 11:30 a.m. but did not offer additional details.