Las Vegas police report three fatalities in UNLV campus shooting.
The alleged shooter at the UNLV campus has been confirmed dead. Here's the essential information you need to know.
Police announced three fatalities and one individual in stable condition after a shooting at the University of Nevada Las Vegas on Wednesday. The suspected shooter is reported to be deceased.
About the shooting: Authorities responded to an active shooter report at 11:45 a.m. near Beam Hall, the location of the university's Lee Business School. Subsequent gunfire near the Student Union building prompted a university alert instructing students and staff to evacuate to safety. By 12:37 p.m., local time, police confirmed the suspect's demise.
The victims:The Sunrise Hospital trauma center is currently treating three victims from the shooting. Upon receiving information about the incident, the hospital implemented its mass casualty protocol, as stated by trauma medical director Dr. Chris Fisher. One individual, initially in critical condition with a gunshot wound, was later upgraded to stable condition, according to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill.
The suspect: Law enforcement officials are aware of the suspect's identity, but the information is being withheld until their next of kin is notified, according to McMahill. A source in law enforcement informed CNN that the suspect is a 67-year-old career college professor, and their connection to UNLV is currently unknown.
A community impacted: The UNLV campus will remain closed for the rest of the week, according to university police. The Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport, situated in close proximity, is facing flight disruptions due to a "security incident," as per the Federal Aviation Administration alert. Additionally, the basketball game scheduled for tonight between UNLV and Dayton has been canceled, as announced by the Dayton men's team on Wednesday.
What Biden said:President Joe Biden extended his condolences to the families affected by the recent shootings in Texas and at UNLV. He urged Republicans in Congress to enact a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. Local officials at the Vegas campus also expressed their distress over the tragic events.
School shootings across the US: The recent shooting at UNLV brings the total number of school shootings in the United States to 80 this year, according to CNN's analysis. Among these incidents, 51 occurred on K-12 campuses, while 29 took place on university and college campuses.
The post has been revised to include the most recent details provided by the police regarding the three individuals who lost their lives.