Shooting Following Crash Shuts Down 215 WB at S. Jones — One Person Arrested, Victim Hospitalized
Las Vegas, NV — A serious incident unfolded Tuesday afternoon on the westbound lanes of the 215 Beltway near South Jones Boulevard, where a traffic accident escalated into a shooting that left one person critically injured and another in police custody.
The incident occurred shortly before 3:00 p.m. and began as a vehicle collision on the busy highway. Witnesses reported a confrontation between individuals involved in the crash, which quickly turned violent when gunfire broke out.
Emergency medical responders rushed to the scene and immediately began CPR on the victim, who was found unresponsive. The individual was later transported to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity or an update on their current medical status.
One individual was taken into custody at the scene by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officers. Video footage from the scene shows officers detaining the person and placing them in handcuffs. Investigators have not confirmed whether this individual is the suspected shooter, and no additional suspects have been reported at this time.
The westbound 215 was completely shut down from South Jones Boulevard to Rafael Rivera Way for several hours as police secured the area and conducted a detailed investigation. Forensic units and multiple patrol vehicles were seen blocking off the roadway, while detectives collected evidence and interviewed witnesses.
Authorities have not disclosed the motive behind the shooting or whether a weapon was recovered from the scene. The exact number of shots fired also remains unclear.
The closure caused major traffic delays in the area during peak afternoon hours, with vehicles being diverted to alternate routes. Law enforcement urged drivers to avoid the area and exercise caution while the investigation was ongoing.
Officials have asked anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dashcam footage from the area to contact law enforcement with any information that may aid the investigation.
The case remains under active investigation. Further updates will be provided by police as new details become available.