An employee in North Las Vegas, killed in an identified work – newspaper

The North Las Vegas Police Department identifies the employee who was killed in the duty on Tuesday.

Jason Roskov, 46, has been with NLVPD for 17 years. It began in 2007 in a movement department. He returned to patrol operations in 2024.

A procession in honor of the Roskov officer took place on Wednesday at 16:00 from the Coronor Coronor’s office to the Morga in the center of Palma.

Watch: The procession distinguishes the late officer Jason Roskov

North Las Vegas officer killed in work identified

On Tuesday afternoon, officers responded to a 4700 block of High Creek in the Camino Al Norte and Lone Mountain Road area for a suspect, who directed a pistol to a resident. When an officer Roskov arrived at the scene, he tried to contact the suspect, but he ignored and fled.

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Officer died at the hospital hours after shooting in North Las Vegas

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Officer Roskov found a suspect armed with a gun and ordered him to show his hands. They said the suspect ignored the officer and followed an exchange of shooting.

Policeman Roskov has been shot repeatedly, but has managed to return the fire and hit suspects, police said.

Medical assistance is made by responses to NLVPD staff until medical staff arrives. NLVPD said the employee had been removed to the University Medical Center at about 2:30 pm, but later died of his injuries.

North Las Vegas officer killed in work identified

During the traffic department, the Roskov officer was recognized by the award for an example service.

In a statement, the department said ::

Policeman Roskov was more than a colleague, he was a friend, mentor and valuable member of our family of law enforcement. His victim will never be forgotten and his inheritance of service and courage will continue to inspire us all.

How to maintain

For those who wish to support the family of an employee Roskov, donations should only be directed to the official account.

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This account was created through the Fund of the injured police officer at Lexicon Bank, account No. 1000010630. This is the only authorized donation account that guarantees that the contributions directly help his relatives.