Authorities in Las Vegas are investigating a devastating shooting incident that occurred at a law office in the Summerlin area, resulting in the loss of three lives. The incident took place during a child custody deposition hearing on Monday morning, where a man opened fire inside the office.
According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, the shooter, believed to be a man in his 70s, fatally shot two individuals, a woman in her 30s and a man in his 50s, before taking his own life. The victims were identified as the specific targets of the attack, although details about their relationship to the shooter remain undisclosed.
The shooting unfolded at approximately 10 a.m. on the fifth floor of a building where the law office is located. Seven individuals were present at the office for the deposition, including representatives from both parties involved in the custody case and a court reporter. Shortly after the proceedings began, the shooter stood up and started firing at the victims seated across from him.
Fortunately, the remaining individuals in the office managed to escape unharmed and promptly alerted the authorities. Law enforcement officials have conducted interviews with the witnesses to gather more information about the tragic event. They have also confirmed that all children associated with the case are safe and accounted for.
As the investigation continues, authorities have searched the shooter's vehicle and executed a search warrant at his residence to gather more evidence. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear at this time, and police are working diligently to piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident.
Our thoughts are with the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time. The community is left in shock by this senseless act of violence, and authorities are committed to ensuring that justice is served in the aftermath of this tragedy.
