Las Vegas Murder Victim Identified Following Drive-By Shooting Near Boulder Station Casino

A man who was fatally wounded at a Las Vegas 7-Eleven last weekend was identified this week after an autopsy.
The victim was confirmed to be Phillip Lewis, 44, according to the Clark County coroner’s office.

The shooting took place Saturday night at the 7-Eleven at 4151 Boulder Highway, which is about a quarter mile from the Boulder Station Hotel and Casino.

Lewis was standing in front of the convenience store reportedly during a cigarette break when he was shot by an assailant firing from a black sedan, according to Las Vegas TV station KSNV. The suspect’s car fled from the crime scene before Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) officers arrived at the scene.
Lewis was declared dead at the crime scene.

Witness Praises Victim​

Lance Hunter, 51, of Las Vegas, was standing across the street when the fatal shooting took place. He recognized the murder victim as an employee of the 7-Eleven.

 

[Btaliat]

There must have been a reason for killing him. But whatever may be the reason, killing shouldn't have been the last option to be used on someone. I pray the suspects are caught to narrate the reason behind this gruesome killing.

 

[Ejyndayo53]

May the soul of the unfortunate victim rest in perfect peace. It was so sad experience!. May nature grants his family the fortitude to bear the loss.
Atleast it relieved my soul when I heard that the suspect in connection of the crime had been arrested. I'm now imploring the police to quickly finish its investigation and refer the culprit to the appropriate court for trial so as to serve as a lesson to others.