Anthony Polito, 67, Identified as Gunman in UNLV Shooting that Leaves 3 Dead

Accident – death – Obituary News : UNLV Shooting: Suspect Identified as Anthony Polito, Three Dead and One Injured

LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Law enforcement sources have revealed that the man responsible for the tragic shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) on Wednesday, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and the injury of another, has been identified as 67-year-old Anthony Polito.

Polito, described as a former college professor who had previously worked in North Carolina and Georgia, had reportedly applied for a job at UNLV but was unsuccessful. The motive behind the attack remains unclear at this time.

The campus police quickly responded to the sound of gunfire and confronted Polito, resulting in his death at the scene. It has been confirmed that he was armed with a handgun during the incident.

Authorities are currently investigating Polito’s residence in Henderson, Nevada, believed to be his home. They have also obtained his phone and are searching for evidence that might shed light on the motive behind the shooting. Additionally, investigators are analyzing his professional writings for any possible clues.

The victims of the shooting were faculty or staff members of UNLV, indicating that the attack was not entirely random. However, it is yet to be determined whether Polito had any specific connection to the individuals he targeted.

Polito’s LinkedIn page and personal website offer some insight into his interests and background. On his website, he had published a 15-page document discussing the Zodiac Killer, claiming to have decoded some of the cryptic messages attributed to the infamous Northern California serial killer from the late 1960s. He also expressed a fondness for Las Vegas, having visited the city approximately two dozen times over the past 15 years.

According to his LinkedIn profile, Polito described himself as a “semi-retired university professor” residing in Las Vegas. He listed his previous employment at East Carolina University from 2001 to 2017 and claimed to hold a Ph.D. in philosophy from the University of Georgia, as well as a master’s in business administration from Duke University.

The investigation has revealed that Polito initially fired upon the police officers who responded to the scene, prompting them to return fire, resulting in his death.

As the community mourns the loss of the victims, UNLV and local authorities are providing support and resources to students, faculty, and staff affected by the tragedy.

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in the United States and the need for continued efforts to ensure the safety of educational institutions and communities..