Man Dead After Shooting Reported in North Las Vegas

Police searching for suspect after incident on Donna Street

Apr. 5, 2026 at 3:54pm

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A man was found dead after a report of a shooting in North Las Vegas on Saturday night. North Las Vegas police responded to the 2600 block of Donna Street around 10:25 p.m. and found the victim suffering from critical injuries, but the suspect had already fled the scene before officers arrived.

Why it matters

Violent crime remains a concern in the North Las Vegas area, which has historically had higher rates of property and violent offenses compared to other parts of the Las Vegas valley. This incident is the latest in a string of recent shootings that have left residents on edge.

The details

According to police, officers responded to a report of a shooting on Donna Street near East Carey Avenue and 5th Street. When they arrived, they found a man with critical injuries who was pronounced dead at the scene. The suspect had already left the area before police got there.

  • The incident occurred around 10:25 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, 2026.

The players

North Las Vegas Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the homicide.

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What’s next

Police are actively searching for the suspect and are asking the public for any information that could help identify or locate the individual responsible for the shooting.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges North Las Vegas faces in addressing violent crime, underscoring the need for continued community engagement and collaborative efforts between law enforcement and residents to improve public safety.