News Summary
Las Vegas is facing a troubling surge in gun violence, with multiple shooting incidents reported in recent days. A one victim is in serious condition after a shooting near Clifford Street, while another boy sustained non-life-threatening injuries nearby. A fatal shooting outside the Bellagio resulted in two deaths, prompting police investigations. Heightened community concern leads to calls for enhanced public safety measures in response to the increasing violence. As investigations continue, families are left to cope with the aftermath.
Las Vegas – Gun violence in Las Vegas has seen a disturbing surge, with multiple shooting incidents reported over recent days. A person entered a local hospital with two gunshot wounds on September 2, 2025, following gunfire in the northeast Las Vegas valley. The incident occurred around 7:20 p.m. near the 2900 block of Clifford Street, close to Pecos Road and Las Vegas Boulevard. The condition of the individual wounded in this shooting remains unknown, and police are actively investigating the event that prompted numerous emergency calls about gunfire in the area.
Additionally, a boy was shot near Bonanza and Sandhill roads shortly before 2:15 p.m. on the same day. Fortunately, he was taken to the University Medical Center (UMC) with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities are currently working to locate the suspect involved in this incident.
Separately, a fatal shooting on the Las Vegas Strip has resulted in the deaths of two individuals. This shooting, which occurred on September 1, 2025, around 10:40 p.m., took place outside the Bellagio Hotel and Casino, an incident described by police as isolated. Manuel Ruiz, 41, has turned himself in to the Henderson Police Station following the shooting. He is facing two counts of open murder with a deadly weapon. Investigators believe that Ruiz had a conflict with the victims, which was potentially fueled by social media interactions. The Clark County Coroner’s Office is still in the process of identifying the victims involved in this tragic event.
In an unrelated case, Allysandra Blea, a 20-year-old woman, faces serious legal repercussions after the death of her boyfriend, 23-year-old Mark Gaughan, on August 26, 2025. Gaughan was shot in the neck during a photoshoot that involved a firearm. The police received a 911 call shortly after 5 a.m. on August 23, about a shooting approximately three miles south of the North Las Vegas Airport. Despite the urgent response and lifesaving measures attempted by emergency personnel, Gaughan was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators have uncovered troubling evidence related to the incident, including a Polaroid photo of Blea posing with the firearm and unsettling posts on her social media expressing a fascination with guns. Reports suggest that Blea had previously communicated her desire to “shoot someone real” and expressed intentions of targeting individuals surreptitiously. She has been charged with open murder with a deadly weapon, and her preliminary hearing is scheduled for October 2, 2025.
The recent incidents reflect a troubling trend in gun violence within the Las Vegas area, prompting heightened concern among community members and law enforcement agencies alike. With multiple shootings occurring within a span of days, authorities are calling for collective efforts from the community to address safety and prevent future tragedies.
As investigations continue in all these cases, the families of the victims and those affected by these violent acts are left to grapple with the aftermath. The growing concern surrounding gun violence in Las Vegas has prompted local officials and community leaders to advocate for stronger measures to enhance public safety and reduce the likelihood of further incidents.
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