The Clark County Police Fatality Public Fact-finding Review convened on July 17, 2025, to examine the circumstances surrounding the death of Ismael Barney Castillo. The meeting focused on a detailed timeline of events leading to the incident, eyewitness accounts, and the findings from the autopsy and toxicology reports.

The review began with a recounting of the events that unfolded on the evening of the incident. At 7:41 PM, a 911 call was made reporting an attempted carjacking involving Castillo, who was armed with a kitchen knife. Within minutes, law enforcement was alerted to the situation, and officers arrived on the scene shortly after 7:47 PM.

Eyewitness JD provided a critical account of the events. He observed Castillo exiting a vehicle and entering a retail business while armed with a large kitchen knife. JD followed Castillo and directed officers to his location. As officers confronted Castillo, JD witnessed them retreating before hearing gunshots.

An autopsy conducted by Dr. Nathan Schaller determined that Castillo died from multiple gunshot wounds, ruling the manner of death as homicide. Toxicology results indicated the presence of amphetamines, methamphetamines, and delta-9 THC in Castillo's system at the time of his death.

The review included the presentation of body-worn camera footage from responding officers, which captured the tense moments leading up to the shooting. Officers can be heard instructing Castillo to drop the knife and utilizing low-lethal options before shots were fired. The footage provided a visual account of the confrontation, highlighting the urgency and danger of the situation.

The meeting concluded with discussions on the implications of the findings and the importance of reviewing police protocols in similar incidents. The next steps involve further analysis of the footage and testimonies to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the events that transpired. The review aims to provide transparency and accountability in the investigation of police-related fatalities in Clark County.