Review clears officers in 2021 Vegas shooting after suspect confronted police with gun

LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A fact-finding review has concluded that no criminal charges will be filed against two police officers involved in a fatal shooting in Las Vegas two years ago.

The incident occurred when officers attempted to arrest 33-year-old Iesel Torres-Santiago, who was accused of stealing a van.

According to police, Santiago fled but later confronted officers while holding a gun. Both officers reported that they opened fire when Santiago refused to drop the weapon, resulting in his death at the scene…

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