2020 Henderson Shooting
Mass Shooting Incident
CLASSIFICATION: Mass Murder
LOCATION
Henderson, Nevada
TIME PERIOD
November 3, 2020
VICTIMS
4 confirmed
On November 3, 2020, a mass shooting took place at the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments in Henderson, Nevada, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to another. The perpetrator, 38-year-old Jason Neo Bourne, entered a neighbor's apartment around 11:00 a.m. PST, shooting three people, including a 12-year-old boy whom he subsequently took hostage. Police responded quickly, and after a tense standoff, Bourne was shot and killed by officers when he threatened the hostage, who also died in the incident. The victims included Diana Hawatmeh, her son Joseph, and their housekeeper Veronica Muniz, with another daughter, Yasmeen, critically injured. The case remains under investigation, with body camera footage from the incident being reviewed for further analysis.
Jason Neo Bourne's motive for the mass shooting remains unclear, leading to speculation that he may have been experiencing a mental health crisis, as evidenced by his incoherent calls to police where he referred to himself as "Bane." Some community members believe the shooting could have been triggered by personal grievances against his neighbors, while others suggest that the lack of a clear motive points to deeper psychological issues. There are also theories that the incident may have been influenced by a desire for notoriety, given Bourne's dramatic demands during the standoff.
The Tragedy at Stonelake: The 2020 Henderson Shooting
The Scene of the Crime
On the morning of November 3, 2020, an eerie silence fell over the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments in Henderson, Nevada, a city that was about to be rocked by a harrowing tragedy. At approximately 11:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time, chaos erupted as gunshots shattered the quiet of the suburban complex located at 1445 Stonelake Cove Avenue, nestled at the coordinates 36.03465°N 115.04854°W.
The Unfolding Horror
The violence began when a man known as Jason Neo Bourne, aged 38, forced his way into the apartment of his neighbors with a .40-caliber SIG Sauer P226 handgun. In a brutal and seemingly motiveless attack, he shot three individuals, claiming the lives of two and leaving another severely injured. Among those killed were 38-year-old Diana Hawatmeh and her housekeeper, 33-year-old Veronica Muniz. The perpetrator also took Diana's 12-year-old son, Joseph, hostage, setting the stage for a grim confrontation.
The police responded swiftly to the emergency call reporting the gunfire. As they searched for the assailant, an unsettling call came into the dispatchers. Bourne, in a state of delusional rambling, identified himself as "Bane" and demanded a helicopter, further escalating the tension.
The Deadly Standoff
The police located Bourne in a Cadillac Escalade with young Joseph held captive inside. Negotiations failed to de-escalate the situation, and as the standoff intensified, the officers alleged that Bourne put his weapon to the boy's head. This act prompted the police to open fire on the vehicle. In a tragic turn of events, both Bourne and young Joseph were killed in the ensuing gunfire.
The incident was captured on the body cameras of the officers present. The footage revealed a chaotic scene, with a sergeant ordering an officer to fire, followed by several officers discharging their weapons into the rear of the car where Bourne and Joseph were. Amidst the confusion, another officer urged his colleagues to turn off their cameras.
The Aftermath and Investigation
The fallout from the shooting was immediate and profound. Alongside the deaths of Diana, Veronica, and Joseph, 16-year-old Yasmeen Hawatmeh, Diana's daughter, suffered critical injuries. After being shot multiple times, Yasmeen survived but was left a paraplegic.
In 2022, Joseph Hawatmeh's father took legal action against the Henderson Police Department, filing a federal lawsuit. The lawsuit accused the police of firing the shots that ultimately killed his son, adding another layer of complexity to the already tragic story.
The Perpetrator: Jason Neo Bourne
The man behind the violence, Jason Neo Bourne, was no stranger to his victims. Living in an apartment above the Hawatmeh family, Bourne, formerly known as Christopher Curry, had legally changed his name. This name change possibly alluded to a fascination with fictional characters Jason Bourne from the Bourne series and Neo from The Matrix. Despite extensive investigations, no clear motive for Bourne's actions has been identified, leaving a haunting void in understanding his actions.
A Community in Mourning
The events of November 3, 2020, left an indelible mark on the Henderson community. Beyond the immediate impact on the victims' families, the broader ramifications of the shooting stirred public outcry and debate over police conduct and gun violence. As the details unfolded, the tragedy at the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments became a somber addition to the list of mass shootings that plagued the United States in 2020.
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Mass Shooting Occurs
Jason Neo Bourne shoots several neighbors, killing two and wounding one, while taking a child hostage.
Police Respond
Police arrive at the scene after emergency calls report gunfire and attempt to negotiate with the shooter.
Hostage Situation Escalates
Bourne threatens the hostage in his vehicle, leading police to open fire, resulting in the deaths of Bourne and the hostage.
Victims Identified
The victims are identified as Diana Hawatmeh, her son Joseph, and housekeeper Veronica Muniz; Yasmeen Hawatmeh is critically injured.
Lawsuit Filed
The father of Joseph Hawatmeh files a federal lawsuit against the Henderson Police Department, alleging wrongful death.
Findings Released
Officials release findings regarding the shooting incident that left four dead, including the shooter.
On November 3, 2020, a mass shooting took place at the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments in Henderson, Nevada, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to another. The perpetrator, 38-year-old Jason Neo Bourne, entered a neighbor's apartment around 11:00 a.m. PST, shooting three people, including a 12-year-old boy whom he subsequently took hostage. Police responded quickly, and after a tense standoff, Bourne was shot and killed by officers when he threatened the hostage, who also died in the incident. The victims included Diana Hawatmeh, her son Joseph, and their housekeeper Veronica Muniz, with another daughter, Yasmeen, critically injured. The case remains under investigation, with body camera footage from the incident being reviewed for further analysis.
Jason Neo Bourne's motive for the mass shooting remains unclear, leading to speculation that he may have been experiencing a mental health crisis, as evidenced by his incoherent calls to police where he referred to himself as "Bane." Some community members believe the shooting could have been triggered by personal grievances against his neighbors, while others suggest that the lack of a clear motive points to deeper psychological issues. There are also theories that the incident may have been influenced by a desire for notoriety, given Bourne's dramatic demands during the standoff.
The Tragedy at Stonelake: The 2020 Henderson Shooting
The Scene of the Crime
On the morning of November 3, 2020, an eerie silence fell over the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments in Henderson, Nevada, a city that was about to be rocked by a harrowing tragedy. At approximately 11:00 a.m. Pacific Standard Time, chaos erupted as gunshots shattered the quiet of the suburban complex located at 1445 Stonelake Cove Avenue, nestled at the coordinates 36.03465°N 115.04854°W.
The Unfolding Horror
The violence began when a man known as Jason Neo Bourne, aged 38, forced his way into the apartment of his neighbors with a .40-caliber SIG Sauer P226 handgun. In a brutal and seemingly motiveless attack, he shot three individuals, claiming the lives of two and leaving another severely injured. Among those killed were 38-year-old Diana Hawatmeh and her housekeeper, 33-year-old Veronica Muniz. The perpetrator also took Diana's 12-year-old son, Joseph, hostage, setting the stage for a grim confrontation.
The police responded swiftly to the emergency call reporting the gunfire. As they searched for the assailant, an unsettling call came into the dispatchers. Bourne, in a state of delusional rambling, identified himself as "Bane" and demanded a helicopter, further escalating the tension.
The Deadly Standoff
The police located Bourne in a Cadillac Escalade with young Joseph held captive inside. Negotiations failed to de-escalate the situation, and as the standoff intensified, the officers alleged that Bourne put his weapon to the boy's head. This act prompted the police to open fire on the vehicle. In a tragic turn of events, both Bourne and young Joseph were killed in the ensuing gunfire.
The incident was captured on the body cameras of the officers present. The footage revealed a chaotic scene, with a sergeant ordering an officer to fire, followed by several officers discharging their weapons into the rear of the car where Bourne and Joseph were. Amidst the confusion, another officer urged his colleagues to turn off their cameras.
The Aftermath and Investigation
The fallout from the shooting was immediate and profound. Alongside the deaths of Diana, Veronica, and Joseph, 16-year-old Yasmeen Hawatmeh, Diana's daughter, suffered critical injuries. After being shot multiple times, Yasmeen survived but was left a paraplegic.
In 2022, Joseph Hawatmeh's father took legal action against the Henderson Police Department, filing a federal lawsuit. The lawsuit accused the police of firing the shots that ultimately killed his son, adding another layer of complexity to the already tragic story.
The Perpetrator: Jason Neo Bourne
The man behind the violence, Jason Neo Bourne, was no stranger to his victims. Living in an apartment above the Hawatmeh family, Bourne, formerly known as Christopher Curry, had legally changed his name. This name change possibly alluded to a fascination with fictional characters Jason Bourne from the Bourne series and Neo from The Matrix. Despite extensive investigations, no clear motive for Bourne's actions has been identified, leaving a haunting void in understanding his actions.
A Community in Mourning
The events of November 3, 2020, left an indelible mark on the Henderson community. Beyond the immediate impact on the victims' families, the broader ramifications of the shooting stirred public outcry and debate over police conduct and gun violence. As the details unfolded, the tragedy at the Douglas at Stonelake Apartments became a somber addition to the list of mass shootings that plagued the United States in 2020.
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Mass Shooting Occurs
Jason Neo Bourne shoots several neighbors, killing two and wounding one, while taking a child hostage.
Police Respond
Police arrive at the scene after emergency calls report gunfire and attempt to negotiate with the shooter.
Hostage Situation Escalates
Bourne threatens the hostage in his vehicle, leading police to open fire, resulting in the deaths of Bourne and the hostage.
Victims Identified
The victims are identified as Diana Hawatmeh, her son Joseph, and housekeeper Veronica Muniz; Yasmeen Hawatmeh is critically injured.
Lawsuit Filed
The father of Joseph Hawatmeh files a federal lawsuit against the Henderson Police Department, alleging wrongful death.
Findings Released
Officials release findings regarding the shooting incident that left four dead, including the shooter.