Gunman Identified as Failed Job Applicant in Deadly Shooting at University of Nevada, Las Vegas Campus

Accident – Death – Obituary News : Police respond to shooting at University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) campus was the site of a tragic shooting on Wednesday morning. The gunman, identified as a 67-year-old career college professor, killed three people and wounded a fourth before being shot dead by responding officers.

Authorities have not released the names of the victims, but it was reported that the suspect had previously applied for a job at the school and was not accepted. The motive for the shooting is still under investigation, and law enforcement officials are searching through the suspect’s professional writings for clues.

The shooting occurred at Beam Hall, where the college’s Lee Business School is located. Students, staff, and faculty were alerted to the “active shooter” threat and took shelter in classrooms and offices. One victim was hospitalized and is currently in stable condition.

During the incident, several others suffered panic attacks, and a number of officers sustained minor injuries. Sheriff Kevin McMahill commended the responding officers for their bravery, stating that if they had not acted swiftly, “it could have been countless additional lives taken.”

President Joe Biden released a statement condemning the gun violence and expressing condolences to the families affected. He emphasized the need for Congress to take action to prevent further acts of mass shootings.

The UNLV campus is located near the site of the 2017 mass shooting at the Mandalay Bay Hotel, which remains the deadliest mass shooting in US history. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing issue of gun violence in the country.

In response to the shooting, the Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop for all flights arriving at Harry Reid International Airport, located approximately 2 miles from the university. Classes at UNLV have been canceled through Friday, and a basketball game scheduled for Wednesday night was also canceled.

This tragic event marks the 80th school shooting in the US this year, with 51 occurring in K-12 campuses and 29 on university and college campuses. The frequency of these incidents underscores the need for comprehensive gun control measures to prevent further loss of life.

The UNLV community and the city of Las Vegas are left grappling with yet another act of senseless violence. Students, staff, and faculty will undoubtedly feel the long-term effects of this traumatic event, adding to the trauma experienced from the 2017 mass shooting. Organizations dedicated to ending gun violence are calling for significant changes to the country’s relationship with firearms to protect future generations from such tragedies..