LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Nevada State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting following a crash involving a Nevada Highway Patrol vehicle at approximately 4 p.m. on [date].
Authorities reported that a vehicle traveling near Boulder Highway and Sandhill Road collided with a Nevada Highway Patrol vehicle. During the incident, a trooper discharged their firearm.
The suspect vehicle fled the scene but later crashed into a pole near Sahara Avenue and Boulder Highway, according to police. The driver of the suspect vehicle sustained gunshot wounds and was transported to an area hospital. The trooper involved reported no serious injuries and was taken to a hospital as a precaution.
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Force Investigation Team is overseeing the investigation, in accordance with protocol. The trooper has been placed on paid administrative leave, as per department policy.
Police have closed the intersection in all directions to facilitate the investigation. Officials stated that the information released thus far is preliminary, with further details to be shared following the LVMPD Force Investigation Team's preliminary review.
Details regarding a media briefing from Nevada State Police will be announced when available.