Man found dead at homeless encampment identified

Amos Martinez has been arrested in connection with the death of Steven Edward Martin, 44, who was found dead in a desert area near Henderson on Thursday, Oct. 23, 2014. (Courtesy/Henderson Police Department)

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By CASSANDRA TALOMA LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL

October 28, 2014 - 9:55 am

The man found dead at a homeless encampment on Thursday has been identified by the Clark County coroner’s office.

Steven Edward Martin, 44, was found dead in a desert area near Lake Mead Parkway and Warm Springs Road about 7:30 p.m., according to Henderson police. He died of multiple blunt-force trauma.

Police arrested 35-year-old Amos Martinez in connection with his death. Police believe Martin was beat to death after a disagreement with Martinez.

Contact reporter Cassandra Taloma at ctaloma@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0381.

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