Las Vegas, Nevada – A tragic shooting at a law office in the Summerlin area of Las Vegas left three individuals dead on Monday morning, including the suspected gunman. The incident took place at the fifth-floor offices of Prince Law Group, a firm specializing in personal injury, insurance, and commercial law, located about 10 miles west of the iconic Las Vegas Strip. According to Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department Sheriff Kevin McMahill, the shooting occurred around 10 a.m. at the City National Bank Building on W. Charleston Blvd.
During a press conference, Sheriff McMahill revealed that a man and a woman were among the deceased, with the suspected gunman believed to have taken his own life. The motive behind the shooting and the relationships between the victims and the shooter are currently under investigation. The sheriff assured the public that there is no further threat to the community, as the suspect was not killed by law enforcement. Following the tragedy, hundreds of individuals were evacuated from the building, which housed various businesses around the law office where the shooting unfolded.
In a statement to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, Robert Eglet, a former law partner at the firm, identified one of the victims as Dennis Prince, a well-respected trial lawyer known for his expertise in the field. Eglet expressed deep sorrow over the loss, emphasizing Prince’s contributions to the legal profession and the community at large. Reflecting on the shocking event, Eglet described it as a nightmare that has shaken him to the core, highlighting the tragic impact on families and colleagues affected by the incident.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, authorities are working to piece together the events that led to this senseless act of violence. The local community is left reeling from the loss of lives and grappling with the aftermath of the tragedy. With questions surrounding the motives and circumstances surrounding the shooting unanswered, the Summerlin area mourns the loss of those caught in the crossfire at the law office. In the wake of this devastating event, the community comes together to support one another and honor the memories of those who lost their lives.