LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Clark County Wetlands announced normal operations will resume Wednesday after an armed confrontation caused the park to close its doors, county officials announced.
The closure comes after police responded to the area at approximately 2 a.m. on reports that a man who was wielding a knife "threatened" a motorist near the park.
"About an hour later, the armed suspect called police to report plans to do damage within the park," the county spokesperson stated in an email.
When police confronted the man, officials say he was "able to flee on foot and has not been located."
Clark County's Office of Public Safety released video of a knife-wielding suspect who threatened a motorist and confronted officers.
The suspect is described as a white male, in his 40s, and wearing a camouflage jacket, blue jeans and a baseball cap.
Visitors who were turned away on Tuesday said they're glad crews closed the park and add that it's better to be safe than sorry.
"Disappointed we can't go in but much rather that than go in and come upon people like that," said " Joe Aueletta, visitor.
The public is encouraged to contact the Office of Public Safety with information that may lead to the suspect's arrest at (702) 455-7532.
Office hours are 6 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The public should call 911 for emergencies or 311 to report suspicious activity to police.
The Nature Center is open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday.
Trails and trailheads in the park are open sunrise to sunset.
Clark County public safety officers will continue to patrol the area.
