Woman Killed, Suspect Critically Injured in Henderson Shooting

HENDERSON, Nev. — A woman was fatally shot, and a suspect is in critical condition following a shooting in Henderson on Wednesday morning, April 30, 2025, according to the Henderson Police Department. The incident, which occurred in a residential area, has prompted an ongoing investigation as authorities work to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.

Police responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 7:45 a.m. in the 1000 block of Wellness Place, near St. Rose Parkway and Eastern Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman with gunshot wounds. Despite efforts to provide medical aid, she was pronounced dead at the scene. The Clark County Coroner’s Office has not yet released the victim’s identity, pending notification of next of kin.

A suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was also found at the scene with critical injuries and was transported to a local hospital. Henderson Police have not clarified whether the suspect’s injuries were self-inflicted or sustained during the incident. Authorities have stated that the shooting appears to be an isolated event, posing no further threat to the public.

“We are in the early stages of this investigation,” said Henderson Police spokesperson Lt. Amanda Torres in a press briefing. “Our detectives are working diligently to piece together what happened and why.”

This incident marks the latest in a series of violent events in Henderson this year. According to data from the Las Vegas Review-Journal, the city recorded its 10th homicide of 2023 in a November shooting that left one dead and another critically injured. While 2025 statistics are not yet fully available, local authorities have noted an ongoing effort to address violent crime in the region.

Neighbors expressed shock at the morning’s events, describing the area as typically quiet. “You don’t expect something like this to happen so close to home,” said resident Maria Gonzalez, who heard sirens shortly after the incident. “It’s heartbreaking.”

The investigation is ongoing, and police have not released additional details about the relationship between the victim and the suspect or the motive behind the shooting. Updates are expected as more information becomes available.

Sources: Information compiled from statements by the Henderson Police Department. For further details, visit www.cityofhenderson.com or contact local authorities.

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