Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:30:30 GMT
HENDERSON, Nev. -- The killing of a woman in 1996 has police asking the public for help in solving the cold case crime. Diane Hietbrink, 58, was found dead in her home at 302 Nebraska Street on Sept.More>>
The killing of a woman in 1996 has police asking the public for help in solving the cold case crime.More>>
Monday, June 17 2013 6:07 PM EDT2013-06-17 22:07:19 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The man accused in setting a church on fire June 14 told police he started the blaze because the pastor tried to "back door" him, according to the arrest report released Monday. Adrian Kincade,More>>
The man accused in setting a church on fire June 14 told police he started the blaze because the pastor tried to "back door" him, according to the arrest report released Monday.More>>
Friday, June 14 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-06-15 00:20:09 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A man has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and death of a 37-year-old man whose body was found near Pecos Road and Owens Avenue April 10. Police arrested Jonathan Anthony Reyes,More>>
A man has been arrested in connection with the kidnapping and death of a 37-year-old man whose body was found near Pecos Road and Owens Avenue April 10.More>>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:33:29 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A former assistant property manager for the General Services Administration in Las Vegas who oversaw the federal courthouse pleaded guilty Friday to witness tampering and making false statementsMore>>
A former assistant property manager for the General Services Administration in Las Vegas who oversaw the federal courthouse pleaded guilty Friday to witness tampering and making false statements to federal agents.More>>
Friday, June 14 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:15:40 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The leader of a group of Californians who stole information from bank card readers and ATM's to make counterfeit cards received an 81-month prison sentence Thursday, Nevada's U.S. AttorneyMore>>
The leader of a group of Californians who stole information from bank card readers and ATM's to make counterfeit cards received an 81-month prison sentence Thursday, Nevada's U.S. Attorney Daniel Bogden said.More>>
Friday, June 14 2013 3:05 PM EDT2013-06-14 19:05:09 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Clark County grand jury indicted Ozin Hasaan Henderson on Thursday on charges of first degree kidnapping, burglary while in possession of a deadly weapon and robbery with use of a deadlyMore>>
A Clark County grand jury indicted Ozin Hasaan Henderson on Thursday on charges of first degree kidnapping, burglary while in possession of a deadly weapon and robbery with use of a deadly weapon.More>>
Thursday, June 13 2013 4:19 PM EDT2013-06-13 20:19:23 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A husband and wife from Henderson who worked in the real estate profession in Southern Nevada were indicted Wednesday on charges of conspiracy and fraud for allegedly making false statementsMore>>
A husband and wife from Henderson who worked in the real estate profession in Southern Nevada were indicted Wednesday on charges of conspiracy and fraud for allegedly making false statements to Wells Fargo Bank to get approval for a short sale on their home, Nevada's U.S. Attorney Daniel Bogden said.More>>
Thursday, June 13 2013 3:16 PM EDT2013-06-13 19:16:39 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The two men accused of running over a teen after stealing his iPad are due in court this morning for their arraignment. The teen died after he fell under the wheels of the SUV. Police sayMore>>
The two men accused of running over a teen after stealing his iPad appeared in court Thursday morning for their arraignment and pleaded not guilty.More>>
Thursday, June 13 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-06-13 19:04:33 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- The parents of the five children who ran away from Child Haven Tuesday afternoon only to be found the following day pleaded guilty to contributing to the neglect of a child in 2011. AccordingMore>>
The parents of the five children who ran away from Child Haven Tuesday afternoon only to be found the following day pleaded guilty to contributing to the neglect of a child in 2011.More>>
Thursday, June 13 2013 2:07 PM EDT2013-06-13 18:07:35 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Metro police officer is facing five counts of soliciting a prostitute while he was investigating crimes of prostitution. Peter Connell, who has been with the department for more than 18More>>
A Metro police officer is facing five counts of soliciting a prostitute while he was investigating crimes of prostitution.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:30 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:30:30 GMT
HENDERSON, Nev. -- The killing of a woman in 1996 has police asking the public for help in solving the cold case crime. Diane Hietbrink, 58, was found dead in her home at 302 Nebraska Street on Sept.More>>
The killing of a woman in 1996 has police asking the public for help in solving the cold case crime.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-06-19 18:27:50 GMT
LAS VEGAS - Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal accident on State Route 604 near Sloan Road. Drivers are urged to avoid the area. 8 News NOW will have more information as it becomes availaMore>>
Nevada Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash on State Route 604 near Sloan Road that occurred around 8:15 a.m.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:38 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:38:50 GMT
HENDERSON -- Imagine tens of thousands of children around the world learning to swim all at the same time. That's what happened Tuesday as part of "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson." The swimmingMore>>
Imagine tens of thousands of children around the world learning to swim all at the same time. That's what happened Tuesday as part of "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson."More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 1:00 PM EDT2013-06-19 17:00:12 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- US Thrill Rides LLC Incorporated has submitted plans to the FAA to create a 650-foot roller coaster near the Tropicana Hotel. The Florida based company is remaining tight lipped on any ofMore>>
US Thrill Rides LLC Incorporated has submitted plans to the FAA to create a 650-foot roller coaster near the Tropicana Hotel.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:57 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:57:39 GMT
HENDERSON, Nev. - A garden oasis has sprouted at John C. Vanderburg Elementary School. The garden features everything from arugula to tomatoes to radishes, which some students had never of until now. "It'sMore>>
A Henderson teacher is bringing the importance of healthy food choices into her students' lives with a unique garden club. 8 News NOW is rewarding her efforts in this week's Acts of Kindness.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:56 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:56:57 GMT
LAS VEGAS - Be careful on the roads. Police across the valley are conducting a coordinated effort Wednesday to crack down on driving violations. Police will be looking for drivers who speed, run red lightsMore>>
Be careful on the roads. Police across the valley are conducting a coordinated effort Wednesday to crack down on driving violations.More>>
Wednesday, June 19 2013 12:55 PM EDT2013-06-19 16:55:20 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Sue Lowden, a former state senator and the former chairwoman of the Nevada Republican Party is considering a run for lieutenant governor in 2014. "I am seriously thinking about it. I willMore>>
Sue Lowden, a former state senator and the former chairwoman of the Nevada Republican Party is considering a run for lieutenant governor in 2014.More>>
The annual Food Fest returns to Laughlin this week. Chef Roy Doyle with The Vineyard at Aquarius Hotel-Casino discusses some of the cuisine featured at this year's event.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-06-19 02:49:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- Clark County Fire Department is battling a fire at a house near Russell Road and Spencer Street. According to the fire department's website, the fire started at around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.More>>
A grass fire ignited a house in the 5400 block of Escondido Street, near Russell Road and Spencer Street, Tuesday afternoon.More>>
Tuesday, June 18 2013 9:50 PM EDT2013-06-19 01:50:28 GMT
LAS VEGAS -- A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer has been relieved of duty after pleading guilty to charges of possession of a controlled substance. Officer Ramin Amely was charged with two felonyMore>>
A Las Vegas Metropolitan Police officer has been relieved of duty after pleading guilty to charges of possession of a controlled substance.More>>
LAS VEGAS -- Metro Police detectives are seeking clues in the death of a woman whose body was found in an alleyway near the intersection of 10th Street and Stewart Avenue in downtown Las Vegas.
According to police, the woman's body was found about 7:25 p.m. Thursday. She is described as a white woman, about 55 years old, standing 5 feet 6 inches tall with a medium to heavy build, red hair and a scar on her left shoulder.
Her identity and cause of death will be released by the Clark County Coroner's Office.
Anyone with any information concerning the identity of this victim, or other
information which might assist in the investigation is urged to contact Metro's
Homicide Section as 702-828-3521 or Crime Stoppers by phone at 702-385-5555.
