Person Attempts To Hurt Themselves Near 215 Overpass
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police took a person into custody after they attempted to hurt themselves in the area of Sunset Road and Roy Horn Way, according to the Office…
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police took a person into custody after they attempted to hurt themselves in the area of Sunset Road and Roy Horn Way, according to the Office of Public Information for the police department.
The police department received the call around 11:15 a.m., the Office of Public Information said in an email. The location happened around Sunset Road and Roy Horn Way near the 215 southbound area. The person who was attempting to hurt themselves was taken safely into custody. The call was listed as "suicidal subject."
"LVMPD and NSP (Nevada State Police) are currently out with a subject in the area of Sunset Road and Roy Horn Way who was attempting to hurt himself. The subject has been safely taken into custody. All roads are back open," The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department's Office of Public Information said in an email.
The Nevada State Police posted on social media that all eastbound and westbound lanes over the Interstate 215 were closed. The 215 was also closed at Sunset Road due to prior police activity.
"Please use alternate routes. Slow down and stay safe," the Nevada State Highway Patrol said around 11:56 a.m.
Around 12:41 p.m., the Nevada State Police further said on social media, " All travel lanes open in area. Slow down, stay safe and be mindful of other drivers."
Further Resources For Anyone Who Needs Help
In Nevada, we have many crisis hotlines and resources for those who need help.
988 is the national suicide and crisis hotline. 988 provides support 24 hours a day and seven days a week. It's free and confidential.
For the crisis hotline for Southern Nevada, please call 702-486-7865 or visit knowcrisis.com. We also have an additional crisis support of Nevada, which you can access their website by clicking here.
"Last year, we helped more than 67,000 people across Nevada and the U.S. through our hotline, text line and in-person advocacy services," the Crisis Support Services of Nevada states on its website.
These Are the Most Dangerous Cities in America
It's always interesting to see which cities are considered safe and dangerous in the US. It can also be helpful if you're planning a big move. Now, there's a new study out that pinpoints the most dangerous cities in America.
The new study comes from Noradarealestate.com. In it, they say, "From gang violence to high levels of property crime, these cities have earned their spots on the list." Yikes.
Before we get to the crime in each region of the country, let's look at some of the No. 1s in this study. According to Noradarealestate.com, the "FBI's most dangerous city" in the West is Stockton, California. In the Midwest, it's St. Louis, Missouri. Then, in the South, it's Baltimore, Maryland; and in the Northeast, it's Hartford, Connecticut. Noradarealestate.com notes that even though these cities are dangerous in the report, "each of these cities has also demonstrated resilience and a commitment to addressing these issues through various initiatives and collaborative efforts. By focusing on community engagement, comprehensive strategies, and investment in socio-economic development, these cities can work towards creating safer, more inclusive, and prosperous communities for all residents." So, it's not all dismal. There is definitely hope.
So, what's the most dangerous city in America? Detroit. "The violent crime index, encompassing homicides, robberies, and aggravated assaults, is alarmingly high," the study states. "The prevalence of guns and gang activity further exacerbates the issue, making Detroit a concerning place in terms of personal safety." That said, I love Detroit, and even though it's good to see which cities are trending up and down in terms of crime, remember that every city has its good and bad areas. So, don't write these towns off your list because of one study. Find the full study from Noradarealestate.com here.
Check out the most dangerous cities in America by region below, via the latest FBI data.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the West
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Stockton, California, with a population of 308,348. Other cities in the top five include San Bernardino, California; Oakland, California; Anchorage, Alaska; and Pueblo, Colorado. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the South
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Baltimore, Maryland. Other cities in the top five include Memphis, Tennessee; Little Rock, Arkansas; Nashville, Tennessee; and New Orleans, Louisiana. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the Midwest
No. 1 on the FBI's list is St. Louis, Missouri. Other cities in the top five include Kansas City, Missouri; Rockford, Illinois; Milwaukee, Wisconsin; and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Find the full FBI data here.
FBI's Most Dangerous Cities in the Northeast
No. 1 on the FBI's list is Hartford, Connecticut. Other cities in the top five include Buffalo, New York; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Rochester, New York; and Bridgeport, Connecticut. Find the full FBI data here.
