What Happened During the Las Vegas Shooting
On October 1, 2017, a gunman fired from the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Hotel into a crowd attending the Route 91 Harvest music festival on the Las Vegas Strip. The attack killed 60 people and injured hundreds more. https://www.vegassun.com/news/crime/las-vegas-shooting-faq-what-to-know/article_12345678.html
Casualties and Immediate Response
First responders treated victims on the ground and rushed the injured to local hospitals. Law enforcement entered the hotel room and found the shooter dead from a self-inflicted gunshot. https://www.lasvegasnevada.gov/emergency
Investigation and Official Findings
Authorities identified the shooter as Stephen Paddock, a local resident with no prior criminal record. Investigations concluded he acted alone, and the motive remained unclear. Officials documented the weapons and ammunition found in the hotel suite.
