Las Vegas Fact-Finding Review Probes 2026 Police Shooting
A public review examines whether police or a father fired the shots that killed a 3-year-old in February 2026.
Updated on Oct. 30, 2026 in Violence
A public fact-finding review in Clark County is investigating a February 3, 2026, police shooting that resulted in the deaths of 28-year-old Quinton Baker and his 3-year-old son, Kentre Baker. Investigators have been unable to determine if the fatal rounds were fired by police or the father during the confrontation.
Why it matters
The case highlights the complex forensic challenges in officer-involved shootings where multiple parties discharge weapons during a hostage situation. The outcome of the investigation carries significant weight as the child's mother explores a potential wrongful death lawsuit.
A Clark County public fact-finding review has been held to examine the incident occurring in the 8400 block of South Maryland Parkway. Authorities confirmed that two officers, Damon O'Donnell and Jonathan Lowe, discharged their service weapons during the call.
The players
Damon O'Donnell
He is a police officer who fired two rounds during the confrontation at the apartment complex.
Jonathan Lowe
He is a police officer who discharged three rounds during the domestic disturbance call.
Kentre Baker
The 3-year-old child died from multiple gunshot wounds following the police intervention.
Quinton Baker
The 28-year-old father died during the incident after police were dispatched to the scene.
The details
Police were dispatched to a domestic disturbance at an apartment complex at 1:19 a.m. where the father held his son at gunpoint. Autopsy results determined the child died from multiple gunshot wounds, including a contact wound to the head and an intermediate-range wound to the buttocks.
Timeline
Officers were dispatched to the apartment complex at 1:19 a.m. on February 3, 2026.
The autopsy of the child was performed on February 4, 2026.
A Police Fatality Public Fact-Finding Review was held on October 29, 2026.
Legal Context
The public review follows the established Clark County Police Fatality Public Fact-Finding Review process used to evaluate officer-involved shootings. Such reviews are designed to provide transparency into police actions when force leads to fatalities within the jurisdiction.
The fact-finding review serves to inform the public regarding the use of force by local police during domestic disturbance calls. Residents may see continued discussions regarding department policies on hostage situations and the legal standards for officer conduct in the city.
The takeaway
This case underscores the extreme difficulty in forensic ballistics when multiple shooters are present in a confined environment. Families involved in similar incidents often navigate lengthy legal processes to seek accountability for the loss of life.
Further reading
For more information on incidents in the area, see Las Vegas Violence.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox5vegas.
