Human remains found on far-east side; homicide suspected

Las Vegas, NV (KXNT) – Las Vegas Metro Police are asking for the public’s help after the discovery of human remains on the far east side of the valley.

Metro received a call on August 9 ^th to report the finding of the remains near Lake Mead Parkway and Pabco Road. An autopsy performed the next day revealed that the victim had suffered gunshot wounds to the head.

It’s not known how long the body was at the location where it was found, but Metro says the body was in the advanced stage of decomposition.

Metro is asking anyone who might have more information to call their Homicide Division at 702-828-3521, or by emailing homicide@lvmpd.com. You can remain anonymous by using Crime Stoppers (702-385-5555, www.crimestopperofnv.com).