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Boulder City Today
By the People, for the People
Authorities Investigate Alleged 'Terrorism Threat' Near Las Vegas
Law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are looking into an incident in Boulder City, Nevada.
Published on Feb. 20, 2026
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The FBI and other law enforcement agencies are investigating an apparent attack that occurred on Thursday in Boulder City, Nevada, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill. The incident is being treated as a potential terrorism threat, though details remain limited at this time.
Why it matters
Any potential terrorism-related incident near a major metropolitan area like Las Vegas raises serious public safety concerns and requires a thorough investigation by federal and local authorities to determine the nature and scope of the threat.
The details
During a news conference on Friday, Sheriff McMahill provided few specifics about the incident, stating that the investigation is still in the early stages. He indicated that law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, are working to gather more information about what occurred and the motivations behind it.
- The alleged attack took place on Thursday in Boulder City, Nevada.
The players
Kevin McMahill
The sheriff of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
A federal law enforcement agency that is assisting in the investigation of the alleged incident in Boulder City, Nevada.
What they’re saying
“The FBI and other agencies are investigating an apparent attack Thursday in Boulder City, Nevada.”
— Kevin McMahill, Sheriff, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (KVVU)
What’s next
Authorities have not provided a timeline for when more details about the investigation will be released to the public.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the ongoing vigilance required by law enforcement to monitor and respond to potential terrorism threats, even in smaller communities near major metropolitan areas like Las Vegas.
