Lake Mead barrel murder victim identified more than 4 years after remains found

Global Science Sat, 17 Oct 2026 05:45:37 GMT Moderate confidence — 64/100

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The remains of a homicide victim found inside a barrel at Lake Mead in May 2022 have been identified, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.
The coroner’s office worked with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Unit to identify the man, whose name has not yet been publicly released.
Local law enforcement and Clark County officials are expected to provide additional details about the identification and ongoing investigation.

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — The remains of a homicide victim found inside a barrel at Lake Mead in May 2022 have been identified, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.
The coroner’s office worked with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s Homicide Unit to identify the man, whose name has not yet been publicly released.
Local law enforcement and Clark County officials are expected to provide additional details about the identification and ongoing investigation.

Sources: Siouxlandnews