31 Dec 2023 | 07:47 PM UTC
US: Police arrest person of interest, confirm 'no further public safety threat' in connection with shooting incident in Las Vegas, Nev., Dec. 31 /update 1
Police confirm no further threat after person of interest arrested in connection with shooting incident in Las Vegas, Nev., US, Dec. 31.
Police have confirmed that there is "no further public safety threat" after authorities arrested a person of interest in connection with a shooting incident that occurred on the 100 block of East Harmon Avenue in Las Vegas, Nevada, early Dec. 31. Officials did not report any casualties in relation to the shooting. Authorities closed East Harmon Avenue between South Las Vegas Boulevard and Koval Lane amid the associated investigation and did not immediately indicate when the affected route would reopen to traffic.
Officials will likely maintain a heightened security presence around the scene of the shooting for the duration of the investigation. Residual disruptions to transport and business will likely impact the affected area over the coming hours.
Avoid the scene of the shooting incident until authorities conclude their investigative work and vacate the vicinity. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials.
