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2nd man killed in murder-suicide identified

The second of two men killed in an apparent murder-suicide in the west valley Monday has been identified by the Clark County coroner's office.

Melroz Klungseth, 39, fatally shot himself in the head, staff said Friday.

Clayton Klungseth, 30, of Las Vegas, also was killed in the shooting.

The coroner's office said Thursday that he died from multiple gunshot wounds. His death was ruled a homicide.

The shooting happened about 8 p.m. at the Tuscany apartments, 725 S. Hualapai Way, where, according to records, Clayton Klungseth has lived since August 2014.

Detectives found the two men were related, but police have not announced a possible motive for the shooting.

Melroz Klungseth's city of residence was unknown to the coroner's office, but according to records, he has lived in Arlington, Va., since November 2006.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

Contact Kimberly De La Cruz at kdelacruz@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0381. Find her on Twitter: @KimberlyinLV.

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