Henderson Man Arrested for Fatal Double Shooting
A 22-year-old suspect is in custody following a shooting on Center Street that claimed the lives of two victims.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Violence
Henderson police arrested 22-year-old Andre Thigpen Jr. on charges of open murder following a fatal shooting at the 1000 block of Center Street. Two 32-year-old victims were pronounced dead at the scene.
Why it matters
The incident is being investigated as a targeted event because the suspect is identified as a family member of one of the deceased. The apprehension followed a brief pursuit after the suspect crashed his vehicle.
Andre Thigpen Jr. is currently being held on two counts of open murder and additional hit-and-run charges. Authorities officially processed the suspect after he attempted to flee the scene of a vehicle crash.
The players
Andre Thigpen Jr.
The 22-year-old suspect is a family member of one of the victims and is currently in police custody.
Henderson Police
The local agency responsible for investigating the double homicide and apprehending the suspect.
The details
Officers arrived at the 1000 block of Center Street after receiving a 911 call at 7 a.m. Following a search, police located a vehicle matching the suspect's description on Lake Mead Parkway, leading to his arrest after he fled the crashed car.
Timeline
7 a.m. on October 23, 2026: Officers were dispatched to the scene on Center Street.
7:07 a.m. on October 23, 2026: Police located the suspect's vehicle on Lake Mead Parkway.
Legal Context
This tragedy follows a pattern set by recent state data regarding the prevalence of fatal violence occurring between family members. Such incidents continue to challenge local law enforcement agencies tasked with identifying domestic triggers before they escalate to lethal outcomes.
There is no ongoing immediate threat to the public following the suspect's arrest. Residents are encouraged to contact the department if they have additional information regarding the shooting on Center Street.
The takeaway
This event serves as a reminder to report suspected family conflicts before they result in violence. Seeking intervention through local crisis resources is a critical step in preventing fatal outcomes in domestic situations.
Further reading
For more information on public safety in the area, visit the Henderson Violence section.
