In a shocking turn of events, a shooting outside a popular off-strip casino has left one man dead and another injured. The incident occurred late last night outside the Casino Royale on the bustling Las Vegas Strip.
According to eyewitnesses, the shooting took place after an altercation between two groups of individuals near the casino’s entrance. Several shots were fired, resulting in the death of one man and the injury of another. Police were called to the scene and have launched an investigation into the incident.
The victim who was fatally shot has been identified as 35-year-old local resident Mark Johnson. He was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. The injured individual, whose identity has not been released, was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is said to be in stable condition.
Authorities are currently reviewing surveillance footage from the casino in an effort to identify the suspects involved in the shooting. No arrests have been made at this time, but police are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the prevalence of crime in and around casinos in Las Vegas. Casino Royale has a reputation for being a popular spot for both locals and tourists, making the shooting all the more concerning.
In response to the incident, the management team at Casino Royale has released a statement expressing their condolences to the victims and their families. They have also stated that they are cooperating fully with the authorities in their investigation.
This shooting is just the latest in a string of violent incidents that have occurred in and around casinos in Las Vegas in recent months. It serves as a stark reminder of the dangers that can come with the glitz and glamor of the city’s famous casinos.
As the investigation into this tragic event continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. In the meantime, the community is left to mourn the loss of yet another life taken too soon in a senseless act of violence.
