North Las Vegas, NV – A devastating house fire in North Las Vegas turned into a horrifying crime scene on Saturday night, leaving a man and woman dead in what authorities believe to be a murder-suicide.
Emergency crews responded to the residence on Bartlett Avenue, near Carey Avenue and Belmont Street, around 8:20 p.m. following reports of a fire. Upon arrival, North Las Vegas police and firefighters discovered the lifeless body of a woman inside the home. A man, also found at the scene, was rushed to a local hospital with critical injuries but later succumbed, officials confirmed.
Investigators from the North Las Vegas Fire Department’s arson unit and the North Las Vegas Police Department are working to determine the exact circumstances of the tragedy. Preliminary findings suggest that the man and woman knew each other, and authorities are treating the incident as a murder-suicide.
The shocking event has left the community in distress, as neighbors and loved ones grapple with the heartbreaking loss. Authorities urge anyone with information related to the case to contact the North Las Vegas Police Department at 702-633-9111. Those who wish to remain anonymous can reach out to Crime Stoppers of Nevada at 702-385-5555 or online at crimestoppersofnv.com.
In light of this tragedy, officials remind the public that support is available for those facing domestic violence. The National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233), while the Domestic Violence Resource Center offers assistance at 775-329-4150.
This heartbreaking incident underscores the importance of seeking help in situations of domestic conflict before they escalate into irreversible tragedies.
