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The Las Vegas community is dismayed after a recent tragedy has left one resident fatally shot after a police interaction. According to initial reports, The Las Vegas Police Department was originally called out to a household at around 12:21 PM on November 4th after reports of gunfire were received by the agency.
Upon arriving at the scene, authorities recognized the ongoing situation and quickly set up a containment area around the household. They discovered one man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, who was reported deceased at the scene.
Cabrera Hernandez, the 49-year-old suspect, allegedly shot the victim right before authorities arrived, and police quickly learned that the suspect had a hostage with them. At that point, SWAT units were called out. At that time, Hernandez attempted to flee into a vehicle, but SWAT team members blocked the vehicle.
Another SWAT team member attempted to free the hostage. One bullet was fired, and it happened to strike Hernandez in the driver’s seat. The gunshot wound later proved fatal, but the hostage was unharmed and freed.
Later, it was revealed that the victim was the boyfriend of the hostage, and the hostage was the ex-girlfriend of the suspect.
Clearly, a situation unfolded between past and present lovers that resulted in two deaths. This tragedy could’ve been resolved in a better way. If you ever find yourself in a situation like the suspect, then know that you have options. SWAT teams are called out specifically to talk to individuals who are struggling mentally. They are trained to help resolve situations with the least number of casualties.
Even if you feel like you’ve already taken things too far, there’s always time to stop and re-evaluate your situation. There’s always time to prevent things from escalating further.
Plus, you always have the option of hiring an expert legal representative even when you’ve been accused of the most serious crimes. Don’t make the mistake of thinking you’re out of hope or options.
Have you recently been accused of committing a crime, or do you suspect that you’re getting investigated for one right now? You’re never out of options! If you find yourself in this type of situation, then it might make the most sense to consult with an experienced criminal defense attorney in your area about what’s happening. A good defense attorney will help you determine what to do next.
Even if you did commit the alleged offense, there may be options for you. Your intentions might also matter when it comes to your ultimate sentence. You might be eligible to seek out a reduced charge in exchange for pleading guilty, or you may be able to have your sentence reduced by taking steps now, like checking into rehab.
Are you facing potential charges in Las Vegas or a nearby area? If so, then our lawyers might be able to help. Reach out to our office now to schedule a confidential consultation with our attorneys.
