Nevada State Park Ranger Kills Person At Valley Of Fire State Park
One person is dead after a Nevada State Park Ranger allegedly shot and killed someone on Wednesday, according to 8 News Now.
An official statement from the Valley of Fire State Park said that on Wednesday afternoon, a park ranger stationed at the Valley of Fire State Park was responding to a call. While responding to the call, the ranger discharged their weapon, and “one subject was struck.”
The ranger was not hurt, a news release states. Medical officials responded to the scene and pronounced the person — who was shot — dead. 8 News Now further reports that the ranger is on paid administrative leave.
Shooting At Valley of Fire State Park
The investigation is still active, and the Nevada Division of State Parks has not provided further updates about this incident.
“This is an active and ongoing investigation. Valley of Fire State Park remains closed to visitors. No other additional details will be provided at this time,” according to a 2 p.m. update from the Valley of Fire State Park.
On Wednesday and Thursday, the park remained closed. Only people with camping reservations were allowed to enter the park through the West Entrance. Officials closed the remaining areas of the park.
On Thursday evening, the park announced that it would return to normal operating hours on Friday.
First Fatal Officer-Involved Incident At Valley of Fire State Park
According to KTNV (Channel 13), this officer-involved shooting is the Nevada Division of State Park’s first one that resulted in death.
There have been other fatalities at the Valley of Fire State Park. Last year, two hikers were found dead after speculating that the hikers ran out of water and “succumbed to the heat.”
According to previous reporting, the two hikers were hiking on Prospect Trail when temperatures reached 118 degrees.
“Jessica Rhodes, 34, and Diana Matienzo Rivera, 29, both of Las Vegas, were identified by the Clark County coroner’s office Tuesday as the women found dead at the park on Saturday,”
10 Famous Celebrities Arrested in Las Vegas: Shocking Crimes
Christopher Massey
Christopher Massey is an actor who is best known for playing Michael Barret on the Nickelodeon television series “Zoey 101.” Along with his brother, Kyle Massey, who also had a few issues with the law, Christopher ran into some trouble during a night out in Vegas. Police arrested Christopher Massey on a misdemeanor charge of domestic battery. He was arrested after having an altercation with his then girlfriend Cassalei Jackson at Marquee Club at The Cosmopolitan on April 10, 2016, according to Las Vegas Metro Police Department.
Jarret Stoll
It was April 17, 2015 when security guards conducted a routine search to enter the MGM Grand’s Wet Republic pool complex, according to a report from USA Today. This is when officials allegedly found 3.3 grams of cocaine and several capsules in the back pocket of Stoll’s shorts, USA Today states. He pleaded guilty to two of the cases misdemeanors in June 2015. It definitely seems like he’s doing better now!
Bruno Mars
This was one of the most “memorable” celebrity arrests. Bruno Mars, whose real name is Peter Hernandez, had a fun night turn pretty unpleasant. According to an article by CBS News, security at the former Hard Rock Hotel and Casino (RIP) detained Mars. According to reports, the singer was carrying 2.6 grams of cocaine. Considering this happened more than a decade ago and Bruno was 24 at the time, we can agree that this was a pretty common “mistake” that many young people partake in when they visit Sin City.
Chris Lammons
This sounds like an interesting night at Drai’s Nightclub. Chris Lammons, cornerback for the Kansas City Chiefs, “allegedly sucker punched a man, touching off an attack that left a man hospitalized,” KSHB- Kansas City reported. This all happened Feb. 5, 2022 at The Cromwell’s Drai’s Nightclub. Lammons surrendered to police and was charged with a felony count of battery resulting in substantial bodily harm, and a gross misdemeanor count of conspiracy to commit battery, according to reports.
Blueface
This story is still ongoing. 25-year-old Blueface, whose real name is Johnathan Porter, is a rapper that gained virality from his catchy and snappy rap songs and his over-the-top demeanor. His relationship with reality star Chrisean Rock has been a social media spectacle that leaves many people unable to look away from their tumultuous story line.
But, recent news about Blueface’s time in Las Vegas came when police arrested the rapper on the following charges: attempted murder with a deadly weapon, discharge a firearm into an occupied vehicle (two counts), and possession of a gun by a prohibited person (due to an “active protection order” Porter was served in January). According to a report from ABC 13, a man claimed to police that he was allegedly shot at. This incident occurred at Euphoric Gentlemen’s Club with the victim allegedly claiming that he was attacked and shot at by what he believes was “Blueface’s entourage.”
Ash Armand
This story is gut-wrenching. Ash Armand, whose real name is Akshaya Kubiak, was best known for his small roll on the trash reality show, “Gigolos.” In 2020, police responded to a call at Armand’s home.
Upon arrival, police found the victim, 29-year old Herleen Dulai, dead with intense signs of trauma. According to the press release from Las Vegas Metro Police Department, detectives believe that Armand (Kubiak) was under the influence of narcotics and beat the victim to death. Police arrested him for one count of open murder. Rest in peace, Herleen.
Paris Hilton
In 2012, police arrested Hilton at the Wynn resort. According to CBS News, police said a small plastic bag containing .8 of a gram of cocaine spilled from her purse. She plead guilty to two misdemeanor charges, according to the report.
Flavor Flav
According to the Las Vegas Sun, Flavor Fav, whose real name is William Jonathan Drayton Jr. was accused of chasing his then girlfriend’s 17-year-old son with a knife and then stabbing a door with it.
Vince Neil
In November 2011, the Mötley Crüe rock star Vince Neil plead guilty to a misdemeanor disorderly conduct. This incident happened after Neil was accused of allegedly harassing his ex-girlfriend during a show at the Las Vegas Hilton. According to the Las Vegas Sun, Neil’s plea agreement had him pay a $1,000 fine, and prosecutors dropped a charge of battery constituting domestic violence.
Jon "War Machine" Koppenhaver
LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 30: In this handout photo provided by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, MMA fighter Jonathan Koppenhaver, aka War Machine, is seen in a police booking photo after being arrested and extradited from Simi Valley Police Department to the Clark County Detention Center to await a court hearing for brutally assaulting his ex-girlfriend Christy Mack on August 30, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Reportedly Koppehhaver, 32, is facing multiple assault and battery charges and is expected to appear in court at 8 a.m. on September 3, 2014. (Photo by Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department via Getty Images)
Warning: This case may contain details that some readers find disturbing.
Jon “War Machine” Koppenhaver was a mixed martial arts fighter, who had a streak of fame after a stint on reality fighting TV. He dated adult actress Christy Mack, which elevated his press and media presence in a way. However in 2017, Nevada jurors and the court convicted him of 29 felonies stemming from his attack on his ex-girlfriend, Mack, and her boyfriend — who she was already dating for two months — Corey Thomas, according to ABC news.
In 2014, Koppenhaver brutally attacked the two after Koppenhaver arrived at Mack’s home unexpectedly. He started with beating Thomas first then brutally assaulted and beat Mack. According to reports from the time, Mack had a broken nose, broken facial bones, missing teeth, a fractured eye socket and leg injuries and a ruptured liver. He was sentenced to life in prison with a possibility of parole after 36 years, according to KTNV.
Despite his gruesome crime and his life sentence, Koppenhaver actually got married in 2018 to his former penpal.
Domestic violence comes in many forms and does not discriminate among victims or offenders. If you are a victim, remember this is not your fault.
If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, call Nevada’s domestic violence hotline at 775-221-7600 or text SASS to 839863 for free, confidential support.
