Police Fatality Public Fact-Finding Review for Death of Seth Wilson - March 5, 2026

A public fact-finding review was held on March 5, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. (originally scheduled for 2 p.m.) in the Commission Chambers at the Clark County Government Center, Las Vegas, to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Seth Wilson on June 20, 2024, during an incident involving Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officers. The Clark County District Attorney's Office made a preliminary determination that no criminal prosecution of the involved officers was appropriate. Hearing Officer Todd Levanthal presided, with Ombudsman Michael Troiano representing the public and the family, and Chief Deputy District Attorney Madilyn Cole presenting the fact-finding. Detective Andrew Ubbens of the LVMPD Force Investigation Team testified about the investigation.

Public Comments & Testimony

• Members of the public submitted written questions, which were read by the presiding officer. Questions addressed the autopsy findings, officer commands, use of non-lethal options, the timeline of the shooting, and whether the decedent's mental state was considered. The detective responded to each question, clarifying that officers perceived a deadly threat when Wilson exited his apartment with a rifle and pointed it toward them, and that lethal force was justified within about four seconds of his exit.

Discussion Items

• Incident Overview: The shooting occurred at the corner of 9th and Ogden in downtown Las Vegas on the third floor of an apartment building. Wilson, 49, had pointed a rifle at a victim (JL) earlier that day. Officers responded to a call of a man with a gun. Sergeant Muncie attempted to negotiate with Wilson by phone three times; Wilson initially refused to come out and eventually stated "I'm done with this" before exiting.
• Officer Actions: Officer Cravetts (35, hired 2015) fired eight rounds from a Rock River LAR-15 rifle; Officer Bucklin (39, hired 2017) fired six rounds from a Daniel Defense rifle. Both officers had body-worn cameras activated. They did not provide statements but participated in walkthroughs where their attorney asked yes/no questions. The officers' attorney, Steve Owens, and three union representatives were present. The ombudsman questioned the process, noting officers reviewed body camera footage before the walkthrough and declined to give statements.
• Civilian Witnesses: Victim JL reported that Wilson pointed a rifle at his head. Civilian witness SW, a friend visiting Wilson, stated Wilson had been acting strangely, was on medication for schizophrenia, and had been drinking. SW told Wilson not to go outside with the rifle but Wilson exited with it pointed upward. SW heard multiple gunshots and later surrendered to police.
• Forensic Evidence: Autopsy conducted by Dr. Schaller on June 21, 2024, found cause of death as multiple gunshot wounds, manner homicide. Toxicology showed alcohol, amphetamine, PCP, and THC. The rifle Wilson carried (a Sturm Ruger) was unloaded, but officers were not aware of this. The distance from officers to Wilson was approximately 34–36 feet. Body camera footage showed Wilson exiting the apartment at 12:52:41 p.m. and shots being fired at 12:52:45 p.m.
• Ombudsman Inquiry: The ombudsman highlighted that the subject officers had the opportunity to consult with counsel and union representatives, review body camera footage, and then participate in a walkthrough where only their attorney asked questions, limiting the investigation. The detective confirmed that the officers invoked their right to remain silent and did not provide statements. The ombudsman noted that civilian witnesses were not afforded the same opportunity to review evidence or have representation.

Key Outcomes

• No formal determination regarding the manner or cause of death was rendered, as per county ordinance. The review concluded with the presiding officer stating that the purpose was to present essential facts to the public. A video of the proceeding is available on the Clark County website. The District Attorney's Office's preliminary determination of no criminal prosecution remains unchanged.