Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) is investigating a shooting that left two men dead early Sunday morning.

Officers Respond to Shooting Scene

At approximately 12:03 am, LVMPD received reports of a shooting on the 700 block of West Owens Avenue in the northeast valley. Responding officers located a man suffering from a gunshot wound at the scene. He was pronounced dead.

Second Victim Arrives at Hospital

Dispatch received a follow-up report of a gunshot victim who arrived at a local hospital with multiple wounds. Investigators determined the individual was also connected to the shooting on West Owens Avenue. He later succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.

Investigation Underway

LVMPD’s initial investigation indicates that a verbal altercation between several individuals in a business parking lot escalated into gunfire.

Seeking Information

The LVMPD Homicide Section is urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact them at 702-828-3521 or by email at [email address removed]. To remain anonymous, tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555 or online at www.crimestoppersofnv.com.

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