Lafayette, IN, October 6, 2026 — A fatal shooting occurred during a First Friday community event in downtown Las Vegas, resulting in the death of a 15-year-old boy. The victim has been identified as Carth Onasi Jacobs-Rodgers.

The incident took place in the Las Vegas Arts District on Friday evening. According to preliminary reports, the shooting followed an altercation that escalated. An unidentified suspect reportedly fired a weapon during the fight.

In addition to Jacobs-Rodgers, two other individuals sustained injuries. Their injuries have been described as non-life-threatening, and medical attention was provided to them. The status and identities of these other injured parties were not immediately available.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is investigating the incident. The specific circumstances leading up to the fight and the identity of the suspect remain under investigation. Further details regarding the timeline of events, the exact location within the Arts District, and any immediate actions taken by law enforcement following the shooting were not provided in the initial summary.

First Friday is a monthly event that draws crowds to the downtown Arts District for art displays, music, food, and local vendors. The shooting cast a somber shadow over the community gathering.


Story summarized from the original created by Cody Lee, FOX5 Staff, Gray News staff on www.wlfi.com, see more information here.

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