Crime
Bellagio Fountains Evacuated Following Reports of Shooting
UPDATE: Two people have been killed after a shooting near the Bellagio Fountains in Las Vegas. YouTuber Sin City Manny has shot and killed rival streamer Finny da Legend as well as his wife Bubbly. Shooter Manny Dee in custody.
A shooting unfolded late Sunday night along the Las Vegas Strip, near the iconic Bellagio fountains, and was captured in real time on a livestream by a YouTuber.
Suspect in Las Vegas Bellagio Fountains Shooting Identified as YouTuber SinCity-MannyWise
The incident occurred just before 11:00 p.m. Pacific Time and has prompted an active investigation by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD). At least one person has reportedly been shot.
According to eyewitnesses and footage from a livestream, a YouTuber known as Finny Da Legend was broadcasting his walk along the Strip near the Bellagio fountains while accompanied by a woman.
During the stream, another individual—believed to be a fellow YouTuber who goes by SinCity-MannyWise or is affiliated with the Sin City Family channel—briefly appeared in the background before returning moments later and engaging in a heated confrontation with the woman.
Seconds later, the man could be seen pulling out a handgun and firing multiple shots off-screen.
The livestream recorded at least seven gunshots as bystanders screamed and fled for safety.
The woman accompanying the streamer appeared to grab the camera during the chaos and may have fallen to the ground. It is currently unclear if she was among the victims.
@newschannel2now Las Vegas, NV — Shooting Reported Outside Bellagio Fountains; Livestream Captures Gunfire, Evacuation Ordered Las Vegas authorities are actively investigating a shooting incident that occurred in front of the Bellagio fountains, located along the 3600 block of South Las Vegas Boulevard. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) confirmed that officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area, prompting an immediate evacuation of the Bellagio Hotel & Casino as a precaution. Livestream footage shared on social media captured the moment shots rang out, sending nearby crowds into panic. Though the shooting did not take place inside the casino, the incident occurred in the highly trafficked area along the Strip, directly in front of the Bellagio fountains. LVMPD released a statement on the platform X (formerly Twitter), saying: “We are responding to a shooting in the 3600 block of S. Las Vegas Boulevard. The shooting did not occur inside a casino. Please avoid the area.” Social media reports from witnesses at the scene claim that at least one person may have been struck by gunfire. Additional unconfirmed reports suggest a second individual could also be injured, though no official confirmation regarding injuries has been released by police or emergency medical services. A large police presence remains on scene as investigators work to secure the area, gather witness statements, and review surveillance footage. Authorities have not provided details about any suspects, potential motives, or whether any arrests have been made. The investigation remains active, and the public is urged to stay away from the area until further notice. Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Updates will be provided as more details are confirmed. ♬ original sound – NewsChannel2NOW
Witnesses on scene reported that at least one person had been struck by gunfire.
Some social media users later claimed a second person may have been injured, though authorities have not yet confirmed the number or identity of the victims.
The Bellagio Hotel & Casino was evacuated shortly after the incident as a precaution, though police have confirmed that the shooting did not take place inside any casino facility.
LVMPD released the following statement shortly after the shooting:
“We are responding to a shooting in the 3600 block of S. Las Vegas Boulevard. The shooting did not occur inside a casino. Please avoid the area.”
A significant law enforcement presence responded to the scene, with multiple patrol units and emergency responders seen surrounding the area.
As of this writing, no arrests have been publicly confirmed, and the identity of the suspected shooter has not been officially released.
The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with information or relevant footage is encouraged to contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The condition of the victims has not yet been disclosed. Further updates will be provided as more details become available.
Crime
Security guard Yahaira Melendez charged with murder after shooting inside IHOP restaurant in Center City Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA, PA — A security guard has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal shooting at a Center City IHOP over the weekend that left a 43-year-old man dead.
The incident occurred shortly after 11 p.m. on Saturday at the IHOP located in the 1300 block of Walnut Street, according to the Philadelphia Police Department.
When officers arrived, they discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. The victim, who police say was unhoused, was transported to Jefferson Hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Investigators report that the victim had been causing a disturbance inside the restaurant prior to the shooting. As security personnel escorted him outside, he allegedly turned and spat on one of the guards.
That guard, identified as 38-year-old Yahaira Melendez, allegedly responded by drawing her firearm and shooting the victim once in the head.
Police say preliminary findings indicate the victim was not armed at the time of the incident.
Melendez, a mother of three, was taken into custody and has been charged with murder and related offenses.
In a statement Melendez’s family expressed shock and disbelief over the situation, writing in part:
“We are shocked and devastated by the tragic events that occurred at the IHOP while she was working security. We know she would never harm anyone unless she felt she had no other choice to protect herself or others.”
The shooting has left nearby workers and residents shaken.
“Escalation — where was the escalation?” asked Karr Anderson, who works next door to the restaurant. “Security guards need to know how to withhold, how to show restraint.”
Philadelphia Police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including whether proper security protocols were followed and what led to the use of deadly force.
Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased pending family notification.