SE Vegas News

Henderson, Nev. – On June 20, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., the City of Henderson Police and Fire Departments responded to the 1800 block of Ward Drive regarding a subject identified as 33-year-old Michael Fretheim, who reportedly pointed a firearm at another individual at a residence. It was further reported that he then fled the residence on foot.

Officers located Fretheim nearby in the neighborhood, where a short foot pursuit ensued.

Fretheim produced a firearm and continued to walk through the neighborhood while officers attempted de-escalation techniques without success throughout the encounter.

Officers were able to contain Fretheim in the area of Margarita Avenue and Jefferson Boulevard, where an officer-involved shooting occurred.

Fretheim was struck by a single round of gunfire resulting in injuries; however, he remained in possession of the firearm. Efforts to de-escalate this incident continued.

SWAT and CNT arrived on scene, taking over negotiations.

Fretheim was taken into custody shortly afterward with no additional gunshots being fired.

He was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

No officers were injured during this event.

The LVMPD Air Unit assisted and LVMPD Patrol Units provided perimeter support to the Henderson Police Department during this incident.

Fretheim was booked in absentia to the Henderson Detention Center for charges including:

- Two counts of Assault with a Deadly Weapon

- One count of Resist PO with Firearm

- One count of Prohibited Person Possess Firearm

- One count of Obstruct/False Statement to PO

There is currently no booking photo available for release.

As this is an open investigation, no further details will be released at this time.

This marks the second officer-involved shooting for 2024 within Henderson. The involved Henderson Police Officer has been placed on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation, and their name will be released after 48 hours per department policy. A Critical Incident Community Brief will be released once completed.

Anyone with information about this case is urged to call the Henderson Police Department at 702-267-4911 or 3-1-1. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or visit their website. Tips leading directly to a felony arrest or indictment processed through Crime Stoppers may result in a cash reward.