An 11‑year‑old boy in Henderson, Nevada, was fatally shot after a road‑rage confrontation around 7:30 a.m. A 22‑year‑old suspect, identified as Tyler Matthew Johns, allegedly fired a single shot into the vehicle carrying the child. The child’s stepfather reportedly rammed the suspect’s car and both drivers exited to argue; the boy later died despite medical efforts. Johns was arrested on charges including open murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle. Police urged motorists to stay patient and avoid escalating traffic disputes.
11-Year-Old Fatally Shot in Nevada Road‑Rage Incident While on Way to School; Suspect Arrested
An 11‑year‑old boy in Henderson, Nevada, was fatally shot after a road‑rage confrontation around 7:30 a.m. A 22‑year‑old suspect, identified as Tyler Matthew Johns, allegedly fired a single shot into the vehicle carrying the child. The child’s stepfather reportedly rammed the suspect’s car and both drivers exited to argue; the boy later died despite medical efforts. Johns was arrested on charges including open murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle. Police urged motorists to stay patient and avoid escalating traffic disputes.
10:45 AM, 11/16/2025Society
11‑Year‑Old Fatally Shot in Nevada Road‑Rage Incident While on Way to School
An 11‑year‑old boy in Henderson, Nevada, was killed after a road‑rage confrontation between two drivers on a freeway, police said. The incident occurred at about 7:30 a.m. while the child was en route to school.
Henderson Police Chief Reggie Rader told reporters the confrontation began when one motorist attempted to pass another vehicle using the shoulder. That maneuver reportedly sparked a verbal exchange, and the 22‑year‑old suspect allegedly fired a single round into the other vehicle, striking the boy who was a passenger.
According to Chief Rader, the driver carrying the child—identified as the boy’s stepfather—then rammed the suspect’s vehicle. Both cars came to a stop in the middle of the freeway, and the drivers exited their vehicles and continued arguing at the scene.
The suspect, named by police as Tyler Matthew Johns, was alone in his car and was arrested at the scene. He faces charges including open murder and discharging a firearm into an occupied vehicle, the police chief said. Police have not released the child’s name.
"I just want to remind everybody that we lost a life today that we didn't have to lose. An 11‑year‑old was on his way to school, and this senseless act took his life," Rader said. "I need everybody to be patient on our roadways. We have an obligation to look out for each other."
Despite the efforts of first responders and medical personnel, the boy later died from his injuries, Chief Rader said. Authorities urged drivers to avoid allowing traffic disputes to escalate—especially with increased travel and congestion during the holiday season—and to remember the sanctity of life.
Police said the investigation is ongoing and asked anyone with information or dashcam footage of the incident to contact Henderson Police. No additional suspects have been reported.