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crime2 years ago

"Las Vegas Hotel Shooter Fires 71 Rounds, Skips Court After Causing $100K Damage"

On New Year's Eve, Jon Letzkus, an Oregon man, fired 71 shots from a Las Vegas hotel balcony, causing over $100,000 in damage to the MGM hotel. He was arrested after police found evidence in the hotel room and CCTV footage. Letzkus, who is facing marital issues, was taken into custody without incident and his bail was set at $500,000. The damage caused by the shooting is still being assessed and could increase beyond initial estimates.

via Fox 12 Oregon|
##arrest#crime
crime2 years ago

"Las Vegas New Year's Eve Shooting Suspect Faces Over 70 Felony Charges"

Jon Roger Letzkus, 45, is facing 73 felony charges after firing shots at the MGM Signature on New Year's Eve in Las Vegas. Although no one was injured, Letzkus is charged with one count of being a prohibited person with a firearm, 71 counts of discharging a gun within a building, and one count of intentional destruction of property. His first court appearance is scheduled for Wednesday afternoon.

via Fox 5 Las Vegas|
##crime#felonycharges
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Early Morning Shooting Near the Strip Alarms New Year's Eve Visitors"

Early New Year's Eve morning in Las Vegas was disrupted by a shooting near the Strip, leading to a heavy police presence and lockdowns at nearby hotels. Visitors, including Valarie Ramirez from California and Bridget Butler from Australia, were either confined to their hotels or unable to return to them, causing significant inconvenience and concern. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) was on the scene, and some guests were moved to shelter-in-place during the investigation.

via Fox 5 Las Vegas|
##crime-and-safety#lasvegasshooting
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Suspect Detained Following Predawn Shooting Near Vegas Strip"

A man named Jon Letzkus was arrested after firing multiple shots from a high-rise balcony near the Las Vegas Strip on Sunday morning. The incident, which occurred before the New Year's Eve celebrations, prompted a swift response from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, including SWAT teams. No injuries were reported, and the suspect was taken into custody without further incident. Police recovered a handgun and ammunition and assured the public that there was no ongoing threat to safety.

via KTNV 13 Action News Las Vegas|
##crime-and-safety#guncontrol
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Las Vegas Strip Shooting: Police Investigate, Suspect At Large, No Injuries"

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police are investigating a shooting reported near the Las Vegas Strip on Harmon Avenue. Witnesses heard gunfire early Sunday morning from the MGM Signature. No injuries have been reported, but there is a significant police and SWAT presence, and streets are closed. Guests at the MGM Signature are sheltering in place. Police are searching for 45-year-old Jon Letzkus as a person of interest. The public is urged to call 911 with any information on his whereabouts. The incident occurs as the city prepares for its major New Year's Eve celebration.

via Fox 5 Las Vegas|
##crime-and-safety#jonletzkus
crime-and-safety2 years ago

"Police Probe Multiple Reports of Shooting Incidents Near Las Vegas Strip"

Las Vegas police are investigating a shooting reported from a balcony at the MGM Signature Towers on the Strip, with no injuries reported. The area around Harmon Avenue and Koval Lane has been closed off as officers search for the shooter, following reports of multiple gunshots early Sunday morning. Over 30 police cruisers and an ambulance were spotted at the scene, as the investigation continues.

via KLAS - 8 News Now|
##crime-and-safety#lasvegasshooting
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Armed Suspect in Double Homicide Nabbed After High-Speed Chase Post-Vegas Gun Show Theft"

In Las Vegas, a man named Justin Davidson killed his mother and a bystander, Jerry Lopez-Martinez, using a rifle stolen from a gun show during a high-speed police chase. The chase ended with Davidson dead and evidence suggesting he may have been planning a larger attack. The violent spree involved carjackings, shootings at police, and a potential ambush plan, with the suspect having a history of drug and weapons charges. The incident left a community in shock and raised concerns about public safety and the security of firearms.

via KUTV 2News|
##crime-and-justice#gunviolence
crime-and-legal2 years ago

"Deadly Las Vegas Carjacking Spree Ends with Suspect Killed, Multiple Victims Identified"

Justin Jeffrey Davidson, who had a history of drug offenses and was previously ordered to forfeit weapons, killed his mother and a father of seven during a carjacking rampage in Las Vegas. After engaging in shootouts with police using stolen and illegally possessed firearms, Davidson was shot and killed by law enforcement. Investigators found ammunition, tactical gear, and potential plans for an ambush at his home, indicating preparation for a confrontation with officers. Davidson's motives for the shooting spree remain unknown.

via KLAS - 8 News Now|
##carjackingrampage#crime-and-legal
crime-and-justice2 years ago

"Tragic Las Vegas Rampage: Suspect's Deadly Chase and Victims' Stories Unfold"

In Las Vegas, a man named Justin Davidson killed his mother and a bystander using a stolen rifle from a gun show, leading to a high-speed police chase. The chase involved carjackings and shootings at officers, reaching speeds of 104 mph. Davidson, who had a criminal history and was found with materials suggesting plans for a larger attack, was killed by police during the pursuit. The incident left three dead, including Davidson, his mother, and a father of seven. Evidence of a potential ambush and items for building silencers and explosives were found, but the motive remains unclear.

via The Associated Press|
##crime-and-justice#gunviolence