Las Vegas man indicted in drug deal slaying
September 13, 2014 - 12:55 pm
A 21-year-old Las Vegas man was indicted Friday in a fatal shooting that occurred more than a year ago.
Police have said Zuri Burton, who faces murder, robbery and drug charges, shot 35-year-old Sterling Nitsuma in August 2013.
Burton had arranged to buy marijuana from Nitsuma at a home near Torrey Pines Drive and Craig Road before Nitsuma was shot in the head, according to police.
Burton was ordered held without bail.
Contact reporter David Ferrara at dferrara@reviewjournal.com or 702-380-1039. Find him on Twitter: @randompoker.