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Roy Gaines

Case from Las Vegas, NV dated Dec 15, 2021

Victim Details

Roy Gaines

Male

Las Vegas

NV

2021-12-15

66

Roy

Gaines

07/25/2026

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A father's concern for his son's well-being tragically ended in his own death in Las Vegas, Nevada. Roy Gaines, a 66-year-old male from Mountain House, California, was found deceased on December 15, 2021, inside his son's residence. An act of parental care turned into a fatal encounter, leaving a family shattered by the loss. The events leading up to the discovery began with a phone call regarding financial troubles, prompting Gaines to rush to his son's side in an effort to provide assistance. ...
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  • Las Vegas Review-Journal: Father found dead, son arrested in east Las Vegas shooting
  • KTNV: Man accused of shooting father in Las Vegas apprehended near AZ-NM border
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    I can't stop thinking about how incredibly sad this situation with Roy and Justin Gaines is. One thi... ...Read More
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