Las Vegas police investigate homicide in downtown

August 27, 2026 - 5:02 am Las Vegas police investigate homicide in downtown The Metropolitan Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred Thursday morning in downtown Las Vegas. Police said in an email that the incident took place in the area of the 800 block of 3rd Street. The department expects to provide more information at a media briefing later this morning. This is simply a processing story. Check backmost for updates.