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Authorities say the suspect has now died in Monday's shooting at the Grand Sierra Resort casino in Reno that left three others dead and three people hurt.
The suspect was previously identified by Nevada authorities as 26-year-old Reno resident Dakota Hawver.
Reno Police Chief Kathryn Nance and Sparks Police Chief Chris Crawforth which happened shortly before 7:30 a.m.
Five people were initially shot, Crawforth said. One of the victims died at the scene and the rest were taken to an area hospital, where another person died. Two of the other three victims remained in critical condition, while the fifth victim has since been released from treatment.
The suspect's gun malfunctioned when he initially tried to shoot at a group of innocent bystanders in the valet area of the property, but once he was able "to make it operable," he fired multiple shots at the victims, Crawforth said.
After that shooting, Crawforth said the suspect continued north through the parking lot and opened fire on a casino security guard who confronted him. The security guard returned fire, forcing the suspect to continue moving north through the parking lot.
Crawforth said the suspect then shot a sixth victim who was driving through the parking lot. That victim was declared dead at the scene.
Chief Nance said officers quickly responded and located the suspect on the northwest side of the property. Both parties exchanged gunfire once the suspect confronted the officers with a gun.
The suspect was struck by gunfire and was hospitalized in critical condition. On Thursday, Sparks police announced that Hawver had died.
Hawver was armed with a 9mm handgun and multiple magazines, firing approximately 80 shots, Sparks police said. Investigators said Hawver legally purchased the gun around two years ago but recently purchased the ammunition.
Sparks police said Hawver did not have a prior criminal history or any mental health history.
At least one officer suffered minor injuries, seemingly from glass fragments, Nance said. At least one patrol car was hit by bullets.
Though the resort is located in the city of Reno, Nance said Sparks police would be leading the investigation due to her department's policy on officer-involved shootings.
Ventura County Supervisor Jeff Corell identified one of the victims killed in the shooting as Andrew Canepa, a co-owner of a restaurant in Newbury Park.
"Andrew was a kind soul, a dedicated business owner, and a loving father to his young son. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the Side Street Café community during this incredibly difficult time," Corell wrote.
Sparks police later identified the other two people killed as 23-year-old Justin Aguila, a Southern California resident, and 66-year-old Angel Martinez, a resident of the Reno-Sparks area.
Authorities have not released the identities of any other victims.
Crawforth said there is no known connection between Hawver and the victims.
"My heart breaks for the victims, their families, and our entire community. Reno is strong — but we are not immune to the epidemic of gun violence gripping this nation," said Devon Reese, a Reno city councilmember, in a .
In a statement, Grand Sierra Resort officials thanked their security team and first responders for the quick response to the incident. They also confirmed that none of their employees were hurt.
"We are heartbroken by the senseless violence that occurred in our parking area earlier today. Our thoughts are with the victims and all those affected by this tragic incident," Grand Sierra Resort stated.
