Las Vegas law enforcers reported the death of one person and fourteen others injured in a shooting on Saturday morning at a hookah lounge.
According to the police, there was an argument involving more than two people during the party that might have been the cause of the shooting.
“The suspects are currently outstanding, but I assure you that they will be caught,” Koren said. Although the police haven’t made an arrest, Koren assured people of their safety. “there is no threat to the public,” he added.
However, Koren reported that the police have n information about the people involved in the shootout. According to the police, only two of the injured victims are critical.
“The shooting happened around 3:15 a.m. when police received multiple reports of gunfire at the hookah lounge.”Koren further added while praising the first officers who responded to the call. The officers used tourniquets and performed CPR, rescuing the shootout victims.
“Following the October 1 shooting, each Las Vegas police officer now has access to a medical kit with at least two tourniquets. In addition, two tactical vehicles heavily supplied with medical equipment are stationed in each Metro patrol area.”
Congress Representative Dina Titus offered her condolences to the families affected and urged people to work with the law enforcers to curb gun violence.
“My thoughts are with the victim, their loved ones, and all those injured in last night’s senseless shooting at a hookah lounge. We must do more to end gun violence,” she said.
Gun violence is a leading crime in the states of U.S. Many people have died from shootouts, and the issue needs to be addressed and dealt with. The last fatal shooting reported in las vegas was on October 1, 2017. The shooting left sixty people dead and hundreds injured.
Detectives haven’t established the type of guns used.
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