The shooting occurred during a deposition hearing in a child custody case at a law office in an affluent neighborhood of Las Vegas on Monday. A man in his 70s opened fire, killing a man in his 50s and a woman in her 30s, described as “very specific targets” by police. The shooter then turned the gun on himself, resulting in three fatalities. The incident took place just minutes after the hearing began, with seven people in the room at the time. Four individuals were able to escape and alert the authorities, while the children involved in the custody case were confirmed to be safe.
The law office where the shooting took place was identified as the Prince Law Group, located in suite No. 560 of a mid-rise office building in the Summerlin neighborhood. While the victims and shooter were not publicly named by police, the Clark County Coroner’s Office stated that information on them was not immediately available. The law group released a statement expressing their gratitude to those who had reached out with messages of concern and sympathy in light of the tragic events. Investigators conducted a search of the shooter’s vehicle, a red Ford Expedition, parked outside the office building, but did not disclose any details on what was found inside.
The Summerlin community, where the shooting occurred, is situated along the western edge of Las Vegas, approximately 30 minutes away from the famous Las Vegas Strip. The area covers about 13 miles and is known for its affluent neighborhoods and upscale amenities. The violent incident has stunned residents and professionals in the area, as shootings of this nature are rare occurrences in the Summerlin neighborhood. Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the motive behind the shooting and any potential connections between the victims and the shooter.
Authorities are working to piece together the events leading up to the shooting and determine the factors that may have contributed to the tragic outcome. The focus is on understanding why the shooter targeted the specific individuals involved in the child custody case and what led to the violent altercation during the deposition hearing. Meanwhile, the community has come together to offer support to those affected by the shooting, with messages of solidarity and condolences circulating among residents and local businesses. The Prince Law Group has indicated that they are cooperating with the authorities in the investigation and are committed to assisting in any way possible to shed light on the incident and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
