Suspect linked to fatal Nye County stabbing in custody

9:47 p.m. – The Nye County Sheriff's Office confirms the suspect is in custody.

PREVIOUS REPORT: Authorities are searching for a man wanted in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred Wednesday.

Around 4:45 p.m., a person was stabbed in Petrack Park and ultimately died from their injuries, according to the Nye County Sheriff's Office.

Authorities identified the suspect as Taylor Peck. Peck is described as being in his 20s, 5'10″ tall and weighing 195 pounds. At the scene, authorities said Peck was wearing a white, short-sleeved button-down shirt and denim shorts.

Peck is considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information on Peck's whereabouts should contact the Nye County Sheriff's Office at 775-751-7000 or call Nevada Crimestoppers at 702-385-5555.