Intruder in Fatal Las Vegas Home Invasion Shooting Faces Lewdness and Felony Charges

LAS VEGAS, NV — New details have emerged in the criminal case against Alejandra Boudreaux, the 26-year-old woman whose break-in at a Las Vegas home set off a chain of events that ended in the fatal police shooting of homeowner Brandon Durham. Court records show that Boudreaux is facing a wide range of felony charges, including a charge of open or gross lewdness.

A String of Severe Charges

Boudreaux has been charged with residential burglary, assault with a deadly weapon, child abuse, and open or gross lewdness, according to prosecutors in Clark County. Investigators allege that Boudreaux targeted Durham's home in a state of crisis, demanding that Durham perform sexual acts or engage with her, which led to the lewdness charge. The defense has raised questions regarding Boudreaux’s mental health, suggesting that a severe psychological episode may have driven her behavior during the break-in.

The Tragic Confrontation

During the incident, Durham fought to protect himself and his daughter, leading to a physical confrontation in the hallway. When responding Metro Police officers forced entry into the house, they observed Durham and Boudreaux wrestling over a knife. Officer Alexander Bookman discharged his weapon, killing Durham, while Boudreaux was taken into custody without injury.

Legal and Community Implications

The case has sparked massive public interest, bridging the gap between a criminal prosecution of an intruder and an investigation into police tactics. Boudreaux remains held in custody at the Clark County Detention Center as the judicial process moves forward, and community groups continue to demand accountability for the death of Brandon Durham.