LAS VEGAS, NV – Two individuals are dead following a shooting near the Bellagio fountains on the Las Vegas Strip late Sunday night, an incident authorities believe stemmed from a social media conflict.

Key Fact

• Incident Details – On Sunday night, at approximately 10:40 p.m. local time, two people were killed in a shooting near the Bellagio fountains.
• Suspect and Victims – The identities of the victims and the suspect have not been publicly released, though police stated they have identified a suspect and believe the individuals knew each other.
• Motivation – Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) stated the shooting is believed to be an isolated incident, escalating from an ongoing conflict between the suspect and victims over social media.

The fatal shooting prompted an immediate response from law enforcement, leading to a temporary closure of parts of Las Vegas Boulevard.

How the Bellagio Area Shooting Unfolded

Officers from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) were on patrol on Las Vegas Boulevard around 10:40 p.m. on Sunday when they reportedly heard gunfire from the west side of the street. Upon investigating, they found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds near the iconic Bellagio fountains. Despite efforts to provide medical aid, both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. The shooting did not occur inside the Bellagio Hotel and Casino.

What Prompted the Deadly Altercation

LVMPD Undersheriff Andrew Walsh stated during a press conference that preliminary investigations suggest the shooting was an isolated incident. Authorities believe the suspect and the victims were known to each other and had engaged in prior disputes across various social media platforms. While the specific content or nature of the online conflict has not been disclosed, it appears to have escalated to the fatal confrontation on the Strip.

The Ongoing Investigation and Public Appeal

Police have indicated they have identified a suspect in the case and are actively working to locate and apprehend them. As of Monday morning, no arrests have been announced. The Las Vegas Boulevard was temporarily closed between Flamingo Road and Harmon Avenue during the initial investigation but has since reopened. The LVMPD Homicide Section is urging anyone with information related to the incident to contact them directly at 702-828-3521, or to provide anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555 or www.crimestoppersofnv.com.