Las Vegas Strip Shooting: Two Dead in Targeted Attack Near Bellagio
A targeted shooting on the Las Vegas Strip near the Bellagio fountains resulted in the deaths of two individuals. The incident, which occurred late Sunday, is believed to stem from a dispute on social media, according to police reports.
Suspect in Custody
The suspect, identified as 41-year-old Manuel Ruiz, surrendered to authorities in Henderson on Monday and faces two counts of murder with a deadly weapon.
Details of the Incident
Undersheriff Andrew Walsh stated that the victims and Ruiz were acquainted and had a history of conflict on various social media platforms. The shooting took place around 10:40 pm on Las Vegas Boulevard. Officers patrolling the area responded to the sound of gunshots and discovered the victims on the sidewalk. They were pronounced dead at the scene.
Video footage circulating online shows the chaos as the shooting unfolded. Police have characterized the event as an isolated incident and not a random act of violence, emphasizing that the suspect and victims knew each other. As of Monday morning, it was unclear whether Ruiz had legal representation.
