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Metro Police have released body camera footage from a fatal road-rage incident that claimed the life of 11-year-old Brandon Dominguez.
The shooting occurred on November 14 along the 215 Beltway in Henderson, Nevada.
The footage shows Brandon’s stepfather, Valente Ayala, distraught on the roadside following the shooting, which took place while he was merging onto the 215 from I-11, Local12 reports.
Road-Rage Escalation Leads to Shooting
Authorities reported that Ayala and another driver, Tyler Johns, were vying for position in traffic when the confrontation escalated.
Police say Johns accelerated and fired a shot into the rear window of Ayala’s vehicle, striking Brandon, who was seated in the back.
Tyler Johns. Credit: X
Johns was arrested at the scene and immediately acknowledged the gravity of his actions:
Metro "You shot at him?"
Ayala: "Yeah!"
Johns: "I didn't know he had a kid in the back? I f****** killed him."
As he was placed in a police vehicle, Johns reportedly said: "It's 100 percent my fault. I shot at him. I didn't even know he had a kid in the car."
Court Proceedings and Preliminary Hearing
During Johns’ bond hearing, a Henderson Police detective testified that Johns acted as the aggressor in the incident.
Johns’ attorney disputed this characterization, arguing that the shooting was accidental.
Johns is scheduled to return to court after the holiday for a preliminary hearing to determine whether the case will advance to trial.
The footage and details of the tragedy have shocked the local community, highlighting the devastating consequences of road-rage incidents.
Authorities continue to investigate and urge drivers to remain calm and safe on the roads.