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Two Suspects Arrested Nearly a Year After Central Las Vegas Homicide
Police have identified James Taylor, 40, and Prince Taylor, 36, as the suspects in the deadly shooting that took place last June.
Apr. 15, 2026 at 4:35pm
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A close examination of physical evidence from a violent crime scene reveals the stark, gritty aftermath of a deadly incident.Las Vegas TodayLas Vegas Metro Police have arrested two people in connection with a deadly shooting that occurred in June 2025 at an apartment complex in central Las Vegas. The victim, Mykel Brown, 40, was found inside an apartment suffering from gunshot wounds after police responded to reports of gunfire. James Taylor, 40, and Prince Taylor, 36, have been arrested and charged with open murder with a deadly weapon.
Why it matters
Homicides are a serious concern in the Las Vegas area, with the city seeing an increase in violent crime in recent years. This arrest comes nearly a year after the initial incident, highlighting the challenges law enforcement can face in solving complex cases and bringing suspects to justice.
The details
According to police, officers responded to the 500 block of Royal Crest Circle near Twain Avenue and University Center Drive after receiving reports of gunfire. They found the victim, Mykel Brown, 40, inside an apartment suffering from gunshot wounds. The apartment window was broken and the front door was open. James Taylor, 40, and Prince Taylor, 36, have now been arrested and charged with open murder with a deadly weapon in connection with Brown's death.
- The shooting incident occurred in June 2025.
- The two suspects, James Taylor and Prince Taylor, were arrested on April 14, 2026, nearly a year after the initial incident.
The players
James Taylor
A 40-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the June 2025 homicide in central Las Vegas.
Prince Taylor
A 36-year-old suspect arrested in connection with the June 2025 homicide in central Las Vegas.
Mykel Brown
The 40-year-old victim who was found dead inside an apartment after a shooting incident in June 2025.
Las Vegas Metro Police
The law enforcement agency that investigated the June 2025 homicide and made the arrests of the two suspects in April 2026.
What’s next
The two suspects, James Taylor and Prince Taylor, will face open murder with a deadly weapon charges in court.
The takeaway
This arrest highlights the persistence of law enforcement in solving complex homicide cases, even when it takes nearly a year to identify and apprehend the suspects. It also underscores the ongoing challenge of addressing violent crime in the Las Vegas area.
