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After an all-day chase, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) reported on Twitter just before 3:30 p.m. that the suspect on the bus surrendered and was now in custory.
They hope to open Las Vegas BLVD soon and are still asking anyone who was on the bus at the time of the shooting to call: 702-828-7777.
The suspect in the bus has surrendered to officers, and is in custody. #LVMPDnews
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) March 25, 2017
We're asking that anyone who was on the bus or has info on the suspect or shooting that occurred today, to call 702-828-7777. #LVMPDnews https://t.co/A4eg2fnaUI
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) March 25, 2017
Earlier on Saturday, LVMPD closed South Las Vegas Bouldevard between Flamingo and Harmon.
The suspect who fled the Bellagio ended up barricaded on a bus.
Bystanders reported hearing gunshots and the possibility of one fatality, but police have not yet confirmed any fatalities.
Las Vegas shootout! No can go outside. Stay safe #bellagio pic.twitter.com/DqvdIu6oHx
— Nevia Chiclacos (@NeviaMC) March 25, 2017
Las Vegas Metropolitian Police had snipers in place and cleared the area.
#BELLAGIO snipers now in place! pic.twitter.com/Kg8wgSGHTy
— Scott ONeal (@CastleRock33) March 25, 2017