Jason Roscow dies in fatal North Las Vegas police shooting
Fatal North Las Vegas police shooting death of Jason Roscow – Obituary
North Las Vegas Police Officer Jason Roscow was killed in a shootout Tuesday afternoon after responding to an armed suspect near Camino Al Norte and Lone Mountain Road. The suspect, identified as 25-year-old Alexander Andre Mathis, was also killed in the exchange of gunfire.
Officers initially arrived at the scene after reports that a man had pointed a firearm at someone. When police attempted to make contact, Mathis ignored commands and fled. Officers later located him armed and ordered him to show his hands, but he again refused and moved toward them.
A confrontation ensued, leading to a shootout in which both Roscow and Mathis were fatally wounded. Both were transported to UMC, where they succumbed to their injuries.
North Las Vegas Police Chief Jacqueline Gravatt expressed deep sorrow over Roscow’s death, stating that officers take on this profession knowing the dangers involved. She extended her condolences to his family, friends, and fellow officers.
This marks the first officer-involved shooting in North Las Vegas for 2025. The department has stated that further details will be released following the ongoing investigation.
