(LibertySociety.com) – A tragic shooting at the Las Vegas Athletic Club on May 16, 2025, left two people dead and several injured.
At a Glance
- Two dead, including the shooter, at Las Vegas Athletic Club.
- Three others injured, one critically.
- Shooting occurred on the 1700 block of North Rainbow Boulevard.
- The shooter’s motives are still unknown.
Devastating Incident Recounts Tragedy
On a day like any other at the Las Vegas Athletic Club, chaos erupted as a gunman opened fire inside the gym. The suspect’s actions led to his death at a nearby hospital after being shot by officers. In addition to the fatalities, three individuals suffered injuries—one critically, underscoring the violent interruption in what began as a typical day. Eyewitness accounts describe scenes of panic and confusion within the facility.
The incident unfolded on the city’s west side, specifically on the 1700 block of North Rainbow Boulevard. According to police sources, officers involved had no choice but to engage the shooter, who was armed and dangerous. As investigators delve into the circumstances that led to this shooting, the motive remains undetermined, leaving the community searching for answers.
New eyewitness video Channel 13 obtained shows the moments when the suspect in the fatal northwest gym shooting was shot dead by police on Friday. @joemoeller reports. Two people, including a victim and the suspect, are dead with multiple injured.https://t.co/tcdJNVM1r2 pic.twitter.com/h9cV7x4eDR
— KTNV | Channel 13 News Las Vegas (@KTNV) May 17, 2025
Community Testimonies Shed Light on the Chaos
Witnesses provided harrowing accounts of the scene. Claudio Vigani, present during the shooting, recalled swift evacuation efforts. “They said ‘Get out, get out, get out,'” he noted, amidst the calamity. Tragically, Vigani also witnessed a body near exercise equipment, a stark representation of the day’s violence.
“They said ‘Get out, get out, get out,'” – Claudio Vigani.
Elsewhere, Gary Steward spoke about narrowly escaping the disaster, attributing his safety to a delayed trip from a nutrition store visit. Steward expressed disbelief over the gym becoming a crime scene, encapsulating the sentiments of many who frequent the establishment. Las Vegas Athletic Club remains temporarily closed as authorities continue investigating the shooting.
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Shooting at Las Vegas Gym Leaves One Dead, Multiple InjuredLas Vegas, NV
May 16, 2025 – A shooting unfolded at the Las Vegas Athletic Club (LVAC) on N. Rainbow Boulevard at approximately 1:30 p.m. PDT today, resulting in one fatality and several injuries,… pic.twitter.com/zcGTnaeLY6— SLCScanner (@SLCScanner) May 16, 2025
Authorities’ Swift Response Details
Law enforcement’s presence was significant, with both local officers and SWAT teams mobilizing to neutralize the threat and ensure safety during the active shooter situation. According to reports, the shooter engaged with law enforcement before fleeing, prompting officers to discharge their weapons. No ongoing threat exists now; however, Las Vegas grapples with reeling from its third officer-involved shooting of the year.
“Officers identified a suspect standing at the door armed with the firearm. The suspect ran out the door and officers discharged their firearms, striking him” – police.
The Las Vegas Athletic Club has expressed its heartache in light of what has occurred, mirroring the city’s shared grief and alarm over the fragile nature of public safety. As the investigation progresses, the hope remains that insights and preventative measures can emerge from this tragedy, reinforcing the shared goal of securing public spaces.
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