Tragedy Strikes Reno: Gunman Kills Three at Casino

A gunman killed three people outside the Grand Sierra Resort in Reno, Nevada, before being shot and later dying in police custody. The victims included two Southern Californian men and a local resident. The shooter's motive is unknown, but police continue to investigate this tragic event.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Reno | Updated: 31-07-2025 23:28 IST | Created: 31-07-2025 23:28 IST
Tragedy Strikes Reno: Gunman Kills Three at Casino
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A gunman who fatally shot three people outside Reno's largest casino has died after being apprehended by police. The suspect, Dakota Hawver, 26, succumbed to his injuries in the hospital.

Hawver opened fire at the Grand Sierra Resort, killing two Southern California visitors and a local resident. Two others were injured but are expected to recover.

Authorities are investigating the incident, with no known ties between Hawver, the victims, or the venue. The tragic event has shaken the community, a popular tourist destination near the California-Nevada border.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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