BREAKING: A gunman has opened fire outside the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada, early this morning, leaving multiple victims injured. The shooting occurred around 7:30 AM in the valet area, and the suspect has been taken into custody, according to local police.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, including several ambulances, as authorities confirmed that the victims’ conditions were not immediately known. Chris Johnson, a spokesperson for the Reno police, reported that the suspected shooter is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital. Caroline Ackerman, spokeswoman for Renown Regional Medical Center, stated that the hospital’s emergency department has received several patients suffering from gunshot wounds.
Following the incident, the Washoe County Sheriff’s Department confirmed that one of their officers was involved in the shooting. Reno police are urging residents to avoid the area as the situation develops.
This alarming event marks another instance of gun violence impacting the community. Devon Reese, a city council member, expressed his condolences on social media, stating, “My heart breaks for the victims, their families, and our entire community. Reno is strong – but we are not immune to the epidemic of gun violence gripping this nation.”
The Grand Sierra Resort, known for having the largest casino floor in northern Nevada and located just a few blocks from Reno-Tahoe International Airport, has been the site of previous violence, with two men charged last year in connection to a fatal shooting.
Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident, and further updates are expected as the situation unfolds. Stay tuned for more details on this developing story.
