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.
CHICAGO — Authorities have launched an investigation following a fatal overnight shooting that occurred on the city’s South Side, leaving one man dead.
According to the Chicago Police Department, the incident took place shortly after 11:30 p.m. Tuesday in the 100 block of West 44th Street, within the Grand Boulevard neighborhood.
Officers were dispatched to the scene after receiving reports of gunfire and a person shot.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a 28-year-old man lying unresponsive on the ground with a gunshot wound to the head.
The victim was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
Police have not yet released the identity of the victim, and the circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation. No arrests have been made at this time.
Detectives from the CPD Area One unit are leading the investigation. Anyone with information is urged to contact Area One detectives at 312-747-8380 or call 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at CPDtip.com to assist investigators.