Thursday, February 5, 2026

FBI, Metro Police find more than 1,000 samples at alleged illegal bio lab. Here's what we know so far

 The FBI and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police are investigating an alleged illegal biological lab discovered in a home in northeast Las Vegas. This update shares key findings from the investigation.

• Search Warrant Execution: On Saturday, authorities executed a search warrant at a property near Washington Avenue and Hollywood Boulevard.

• Evidence Found: Investigators found evidence of biological material, including refrigerators with vials containing unknown liquids. Over 1,000 samples have been collected.

• Ownership and Links: The property is owned by David Destiny Discovery, LLC, which is registered to Jia Bei Zhu, a Chinese national also linked to a similar illegal lab investigation in Reedley, California, in 2023.

• Arrest Made: Ori Solomon, the property manager, has been arrested for improperly disposing of hazardous waste. Jia Bei Zhu was previously arrested in October 2023 related to the Reedley lab.

• Investigation Status: All collected samples are being tested at the National Bioforensic Analysis Center in Maryland. There are currently no safety concerns in the area surrounding the lab.

This investigation continues as authorities analyze the samples and assess the implications of the illegal biological lab. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

https://www.ktnv.com/news/metro-police-to-provide-an-update-on-illegal-lab-in-las-vegas

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