Las Vegas Strip Shooting: Tourists React, Safety Concerns Rise

Las Vegas Shooting Near Bellagio Raises Safety Concerns A shooting incident near the Bellagio casino on the Las Vegas Strip on Sunday, June 8th, 2025, has raised concerns about safety in the area. The incident involved a suspect, identified as Manuel Ruiz, who opened fire, resulting in two fatalities. Telemundo Las Vegas interviewed several tourists, gathering their perspectives on the incident's impact on their perception of safety on the Strip. "One would like to feel safe," said Francisco Guzmán, a tourist interviewed by Telemundo Las Vegas, "but unfortunately, there's always someone who commits these kinds of attacks on peace and quiet." Steve Wilson, the District Attorney, stated in a press conference that the Strip remains one of the safest areas in the country, receiving approximately four million visitors annually. However, the emotional impact of the shooting on witnesses is undeniable, as evidenced by 911 calls released by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. These calls captured the fear and chaos of the moment. The Metropolitan Police Department released a photo of Ruiz, which has aided in the investigation. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of public safety, even in typically secure areas.