LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — UPDATE 3/15/24 9:20 p.m.: Las Vegas Police confirm the large police presence at Circus Circus was due to a fight that broke out inside the hotel.
Police determined there was no shooting. Confusion amid reports of a shooting caused a chaotic exit from the hotel for many people.
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Witnesses told us there was a large rush of people trying to leave Circus Circus.
Circus Circus provided the following statement to Channel 13:
“On Saturday, March 15, an incident occurred at the Adventuredome prompting an immediate and thorough response from our team. Due to the large number of individuals inside the venue, as a precautionary measure, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department was contacted. After a comprehensive investigation, it was confirmed that there was no shooting, nor any weapons found on the premises.
"Our security team conducted a thorough search of all guests as they entered the park, ensuring the safety and security of everyone present. We are deeply disappointed by what should have been an exciting start to spring break, and a celebration of Nevada residents, was disrupted by the actions of a small group of juveniles.
"The safety and well-being of our guests and team members is our highest priority. We are grateful for the swift and professional response from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, as well as the cooperation of our team members across Circus Circus and the Adventuredome.”
No injuries were reported.
Channel 13 received reports of a possible shooting inside Circus Circus at around 5:38 p.m. on Saturday.
VIDEO: A Channel 13 viewer sent video of their evacuation from Circus Circus
According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, there were preliminary reports of shots fired near the 2800 block of Las Vegas Boulevard.
There are preliminary reports of shots fired in the 2900 block of Las Vegas Boulevard. No victims have been located. There is a heavy police presence in the area.
— LVMPD (@LVMPD) March 16, 2025
While no victims or evidence of a shooting has been found, out of an abundance of caution, LVMPD is investigating.
The hotel has been evacuated.
There is a heavy police presence near Circus Circus.
This is a developing story and Channel 13 crews are at the scene.
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