Crime
Las Vegas bomber Matthew Livelsberger Manifesto Revealed
Las Vegas, NV – A chilling manifesto attributed to Matthew Livelsberger, the suspect in the New Year’s Day Las Vegas bombing, has come to light, offering disturbing insights into his motivations and state of mind.
The manifesto, sent via email to a contact identified as “Samosaur” the day before the attack, outlines Livelsberger’s claims of national security threats, personal grievances, and alleged war crimes.
- Claims of Foreign Threats
Livelsberger alleged that recent drone sightings on the U.S. East Coast were connected to China, which he described as deploying advanced gravitic propulsion systems via submarines. He called these aircraft “the most dangerous threat to national security that has ever existed,” emphasizing their stealth and payload capacity.“They can park it over the White House if they wanted. It’s checkmate,” he wrote. - Paranoia and Perceived Surveillance
The email reveals Livelsberger believed he was being tracked by federal agencies, including the FBI and Homeland Security, as he attempted to reach Mexico.“They are looking to move on me but won’t because they know I am armed and I have a massive VBIED,” he claimed, referencing a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device. - Allegations of U.S. War Crimes
Livelsberger detailed his involvement in alleged cover-ups of civilian casualties during airstrikes in Nimruz Province, Afghanistan, in 2019. He accused U.S. military and intelligence agencies of knowingly targeting civilian structures and burying evidence of these actions.“I conducted targeting for these strikes… 65 buildings were struck despite civilian presence, killing hundreds in a single day,” he alleged, calling the operations war crimes that were suppressed by the administration. - Appeals to the Media
Livelsberger urged his contact to elevate the information to the media, warning of catastrophic consequences if ignored.“You need to elevate this to the media so we avoid a world war because this is a mutually assured destruction situation,” he wrote.
The FBI has verified the email’s authenticity, noting Livelsberger’s military background and deployment in Afghanistan. They suspect he was suffering from untreated post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which may have contributed to his radicalization.
The manifesto also contained specific details for verification, including references to Livelsberger’s military assignments, a LinkedIn profile under the name “Matt Berg,” and his clearance level.
Livelsberger carried out the bombing on New Year’s Day at the valet area of the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. The explosion killed the bomber and injured multiple others. A subsequent investigation revealed Livelsberger had rented a Tesla Cybertruck in Denver before driving through Colorado, New Mexico, Arizona, and Nevada. Authorities tracked his movements using Tesla charging station data.
In the wake of the attack, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department announced increased patrols on the Strip and downtown areas. LVMPD Sheriff Kevin McMahill stated that while the attack had no clear ties to broader terror networks, its implications for national security remain concerning.
Related Incidents
The attack coincided with another violent event earlier that day in New Orleans, where a driver intentionally plowed a truck into a crowd, killing at least 15 people. Authorities have not found evidence linking the two incidents.
A press briefing by law enforcement is scheduled to provide further updates.
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama — A 35-year-old man has died after being shot inside a residence in Birmingham early Thursday morning, prompting a homicide investigation by local authorities.
The victim was identified as Ralen Jerean McCurdy, according to the Jefferson County Coroner’s Office. McCurdy was found unresponsive inside a home in the 4300 block of 12th Court North after police responded to reports of gunfire and an injured person shortly after 1:40 a.m.
Despite the response from emergency personnel, McCurdy did not survive his injuries. Birmingham Fire and Rescue Service personnel pronounced him dead at approximately 2:04 a.m.
According to authorities, officers assigned to Birmingham Police Department’s South Precinct were dispatched to the area shortly after 1:40 a.m. Thursday following a ShotSpotter alert and a report of an injured individual.
When officers arrived at the residence, they discovered McCurdy unresponsive inside the home. Emergency responders subsequently confirmed his death at the scene.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting have not yet been publicly established.
Birmingham police detectives are investigating the circumstances surrounding McCurdy’s death. Authorities have not announced any arrests, and no suspect information or possible motive was included in the details released.
Investigators will continue working to determine what happened inside the residence and identify anyone who may have been involved. Additional information may be released as the investigation progresses.
McCurdy’s death marks Birmingham’s fourth homicide since Saturday, according to the information provided. The latest fatal shooting adds to a difficult stretch for the city and leaves another family grieving the loss of a loved one.
At 35 years old, McCurdy’s life ended in a violent incident that remains under investigation. His death is a painful loss for his family, friends, and everyone who knew him.
As detectives continue their work, loved ones are left to remember McCurdy while waiting for answers about the circumstances that led to his death.
May Ralen Jerean McCurdy rest in peace. May his family and friends find strength, comfort, and support during this heartbreaking time.