Suspect in Fatal North Las Vegas Gas Station Shooting Arrested by US Marshals in California

NORTH LAS VEGAS, NV — A multi-state manhunt concluded with the arrest of a suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting during a gas station robbery in North Las Vegas. The arrest was executed by US Marshals in California on March 12, 2025.

The Homicide and Investigation

The violent incident took place at a gas station in North Las Vegas, where a routine robbery escalated into a deadly shooting. The victim, an employee of the station, was shot and killed during the confrontation. The North Las Vegas Police Department immediately launched a homicide investigation, identifying the suspect through forensic evidence and surveillance footage. However, the suspect fled the state shortly after the crime, prompting federal authorities to join the search.

Capture in California

Working on intelligence coordinated between Nevada and California law enforcement agencies, the US Marshals Service located the suspect hiding out at a residence in California. Deputy Marshals, along with local police officers, surrounded the property and took the suspect into custody without incident. The arrest ends weeks of searching and marks a significant step toward justice for the victim's family.

Extradition and Trial

The suspect is currently being held in a California detention facility pending extradition proceedings to return them to Nevada. Once extradited, the suspect will face multiple felony charges in Clark County, including open murder, armed robbery, and carrying a concealed weapon without a permit. The North Las Vegas Police Department expressed gratitude to the US Marshals and California authorities for their cooperation in apprehending the dangerous fugitive.