Search Warrant Executed at Residence of Anthony Polito, Suspected Shooter in Deadly UNLV Incident

LAS VEGAS (KVVU/Gray News) – Police in Las Vegas have conducted a search at the home of the suspected shooter in the tragic incident at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas.

The shooting occurred on Wednesday morning on the university campus, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and leaving another person seriously injured. The suspect, identified as 67-year-old Anthony Polito, was killed during a shootout with campus police.

Authorities executed a search warrant at Polito’s residence in Henderson, Nevada, on Wednesday evening. The operation involved SWAT teams, officers from the Las Vegas Metro Police, and Henderson Police. Armored SWAT vehicles were seen entering the apartment complex, with the entrance being locked off and the complex placed on lockdown. Flash bang-type devices were used, and smoke was observed coming from the area. The door was eventually knocked down before SWAT members left the scene.

Polito, a former professor who had recently applied for a position at the university, was unsuccessful in his application, according to law enforcement officials. Electronic devices were reportedly confiscated during the search, although no further details have been released.

The shooting at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, has shocked the community and raised concerns about campus safety. The incident serves as a tragic reminder of the need for stronger security measures in educational institutions.

Local authorities have expressed their condolences to the families of the victims and are working diligently to investigate the motive behind the shooting. The university is offering counseling and support services to students, faculty, and staff affected by the incident.

As the investigation continues, the Las Vegas community stands united in mourning the lives lost and supporting those impacted by this senseless act of violence.