The man who was shot and killed outside a shopping mall in Las Vegas on Tuesday has been identified as Robert Hoy. Hoy, a 69-year-old retired CIA employee, had moved to Las Vegas to care for his daughter, who has autism. The shooting took place at around 1:36 p.m. in the parking lot of the Arroyo Market Square mall. The Metropolitan Police Department has not released any details about the shooter or the motive behind the incident.
Hoy’s friend, Bruce Moore, shared that Hoy had stayed with him for a week after attending their high school reunion in September. Moore described Hoy as a history enthusiast and said that he had a deep knowledge of various historical battles. He also revealed that Hoy had a tough life, having been adopted as a baby and having a strained relationship with his father.
According to Moore, Hoy and his wife moved to Las Vegas to provide better care for their daughter, who required special attention. The couple had worked hard throughout their lives to ensure that their daughter would be taken care of when they were gone. Moore expressed his sadness over the tragic incident, stating that it was heartbreaking considering the sacrifices Hoy and his wife had made for their daughter.
The Clark County coroner’s office has confirmed Hoy’s identity but has not yet released the cause and manner of his death. The police have submitted documents to the district attorney’s office for possible prosecution, although specific details have not been disclosed.
As investigations continue, friends and family of Robert Hoy are left mourning the loss of a dedicated father and a passionate history enthusiast. The community awaits further information from law enforcement regarding the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.
