LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A woman was found stabbed to death at an apartment complex near UNLV on Tuesday morning, and homicide detectives with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department are investigating.
Lt. Jason Johansson says a woman who appeared homeless was found suffering from several stab wounds near the Hesperian Falls Apartment Complex, off of Flamingo Road and Algonquin Drive.
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Officers know who the victim is, but plan to release further details to the public after a preliminary investigation, Johansson said. Residents can expect LVMPD officers canvassing the area for the next several hours.
Drivers were advised to find alternate routes and use caution when traveling in the area.
