HENDERSON, NV — A woman is dead and a man is in critical condition after a shooting in Henderson on Wednesday morning, according to police.
Officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to a report of a shooting at approximately 9:59 a.m. in the 1200 block of Imperia Drive, near Eastern Avenue and Grand Hills Drive. Upon arrival, officers discovered a deceased woman and a man holding a handgun.
Police say they attempted to negotiate with the armed man for about 40 minutes. During that time, officers made repeated efforts to de-escalate the situation. However, the man ultimately shot himself. He was immediately transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition.
Authorities have not released the identities of those involved, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Residents in the area are urged to avoid the vicinity as detectives continue to process the scene. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Henderson Police Department.
This is a developing story and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
