Last night a gunman opened fire on a crowd at Mandalay Bay Resort in Las Vegas, Nevada. The crowd of 22,000 was attending a country music festival when around 10pm the act of terror occurred sparking chaos and fear. The tragedy has already been named as “the deadliest mass shooting in modern America” with 58 people killed and 515 injured.
The gunman identified as Stephen Paddock, 64, was discovered dead in his 32nd-floor room. Over ten guns and rifles were discovered in the room. He was a resident of Mesquite, Nevada and had no background of criminal activity.
At this moment no ties have been discovered between him and any terrorist groups, however ISIS has already claimed responsibility. US Officials have not discovered any evidence that links Paddock to ISIS. In May ISIS produced a video calling for more attacks and hinted at Vegas being a target. This created concern amongst the EDM community as EDC Las Vegas was to occur one month from the threat.
The EDM community quickly took to social media to express its grief and support for the tragedy. Vegas is a huge destination for EDM fans and this loss hits too close to home.
Our heart is with Las Vegas. ❤️
— EDC (@EDC_LasVegas) October 2, 2017
My thoughts are with everyone affected by the tragedy in Las Vegas.
— Hardwell (@HARDWELL) October 2, 2017
Just arrived at united blood services.
Look at this beautiful 3 hr line.
This is how Vegas comes together! pic.twitter.com/cjDkwBtS3N
— ▽ (@3LAU) October 2, 2017
wtf
— dead mow cinco (@deadmau5) October 2, 2017
Distressing to hear the news out of Vegas, a city that’s been so supportive of us over the years. In all of our thoughts today.
— Above & Beyond (@aboveandbeyond) October 2, 2017
Just heard the terrible news about the shooting in Las Vegas. Totally in shock. #PrayingForVegas
— Armin van Buuren (@arminvanbuuren) October 2, 2017
Afrojack has listed blood donation destinations:
LV Blood donating adresses pic.twitter.com/EYJaHIiABs
— Afrojack (@afrojack) October 2, 2017
Marshmello posted several warnings about the shooter on twitter and has even canceled his XS Las Vegas show.
Please stay off the strip if you’re in Vegas! Active shooter on the strip at Mandalay Bay and multiple shot at New York New York
— marshmello (@marshmellomusic) October 2, 2017
No tonight’s show is cancelled please stay in your rooms or homes. Praying for everyone 🙏🏼 love u all https://t.co/IOhjOXPLWi
— marshmello (@marshmellomusic) October 2, 2017
