20 dead, more than 100 injured after mass shooting in Las Vegas
A GUNMAN has opened fire at the popular Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas.
At least 20 people have been killed and more than 100 injured, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirmed.
“At the moment we believe it is 100-plus injured and 20-plus dead,” Sheriff Joseph Lombardo told reporters.
It’s understood the victims were attending an outdoor country music concert when they were targeted by the “lone wolf” attacker, who started firing from the 32nd floor of the hotel.
Briefing with @Sheriff_LVMPD regarding the Strip shooting. At least 20 dead, 100 injured. The shooter was local. pic.twitter.com/CzxRl9Oagw
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) October 2, 2017
Police confirmed the shooter, believed to be a Nevada local, was shot dead by police when officers stormed his room.
“At this time, we do not believe there are any more shooters,” Sheriff Lombardo confirmed following reports there were multiple gunmen.
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WATCH: The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department confirms there are more than 20 killed and over 100 injured on shooting incident. pic.twitter.com/cuho6oLw5F
— ABS-CBN News Channel (@ANCALERTS) October 2, 2017
However, officers are now searching for two vehicles and a possible “asian female” companion named Marilou Danley.
Marilou Danley is being sought for questioning re the investigation into the active shooter incident. If seen please call 9-1-1! pic.twitter.com/Z83XvcHejH
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) October 2, 2017
The injured have been rushed to the Las Vegas Hospital for treatment, whilst the tourist-packed Vegas strip has been evacuated and blocked off.
The Australian Government’s travel advisory website warned Aussie travellers to avoid the area.
Reports of shooting incident at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in #Las Vegas #USA. Avoid the area, let your family know you are safe.
— Smartraveller (@Smartraveller) October 2, 2017
