Las Vegas Grandfather Fatally Stabbed in His Sleep; Suspect in Custody
Las Vegas, NV — A tragic and deeply disturbing incident has shaken a quiet neighborhood near Bermuda Road and Cactus Avenue, where a grandfather was fatally stabbed while sleeping in his home, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD).
The fatal attack occurred in the early hours of Monday, with authorities responding to a 911 call reporting a domestic disturbance and possible stabbing at the residence. Upon arrival, officers found the victim — a male senior citizen whose name has not yet been publicly released — unresponsive in bed with multiple stab wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel.
On Tuesday, police announced the arrest of 28-year-old Jourdan Nepo, who has been identified as the primary suspect in the homicide. Nepo was taken into custody without incident and has since been booked into the Clark County Detention Center. He faces a charge of Open Murder with a Deadly Weapon.
While details about the motive remain unclear, law enforcement sources have indicated that Nepo may have known the victim, and that the act was not random. Investigators are working diligently to piece together the timeline and circumstances that led up to the violent act. The relationship between Nepo and the victim has not been formally disclosed.
The Clark County Coroner’s Office is withholding the identity of the deceased pending notification of next of kin. However, neighbors and community members have expressed sorrow and disbelief, describing the victim as a gentle and kind-hearted man who was known for his friendliness and dedication to his family — especially his grandchildren.
“He was a sweet soul,” said a neighbor who asked to remain anonymous. “He kept to himself but always had a wave or a smile when he saw you. I can’t understand how anyone could do something like this.”
The case has left the surrounding community in shock, as residents struggle to comprehend how such a senseless act of violence could take place in their normally quiet neighborhood. Many are now calling for increased patrols and mental health support services in the area.
LVMPD is continuing to investigate the incident, and anyone with information about the case is encouraged to come forward. Authorities are reviewing home security footage and conducting interviews to determine exactly what led to the attack.
As the legal proceedings against Jourdan Nepo unfold, the community waits for more information — and for justice for the victim whose life was cut short in such a brutal and unprovoked manner.
This is a developing story. Further updates will be shared as they become available.