A report of gunfire heard nearby—which has since been deemed “unfounded” by local authorities—caused a large group of attendees to exit the Live Nation ...
The LVMPD later tweeted that the report of gunfire heard nearby “was deemed unfounded,” and that “at this time, there is no evidence of a shooting.” The festival has been given clearance to continue. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department told News 3 that shortly after 10 p.m., gunfire was reportedly heard at the event, which takes place at Las Vegas Festival Grounds. This reportedly caused a large group of attendees to exit the venue.
After an investigation, Las Vegas Police there was 'no evidence of a shooting,' calling the initial report 'unfounded.'
So unorganized and so hot! — Tiffany (@ttilmon)May 15, 2022 There was a rumor of a shooting and a stampede of people came running towards Nick and I at#LoversAndFriendsFest, I was on the floor and lucky Nick got me up and covered me the whole time. Ran out of water 5 hours before the festival was supposed to end, then y’all thought it was a good idea to shoot off fireworks after a shooting scare? Equipment was over heating so no one could buy water and people were throwing up abs passing out. Fans voiced their frustration about a lack of shade and a poor supply of water among other things at the festival.
There was a scary reminder of the Astroworld tragedy Saturday night in Vegas, when a stampede erupted after people thought they heard gunshots, ...
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Authorities say a music festival in Las Vegas has resumed after a “security incident” temporarily halted performances on Saturday.
LAS VEGAS -- A music festival in Las Vegas has resumed after a “security incident” temporarily halted performances on Saturday, authorities said. Authorities say a music festival in Las Vegas has resumed after a “security incident” temporarily halted performances on Saturday Las Vegas police said in a statement that three people were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries after crowds at the Lovers & Friends Festival rushed from the Las Vegas Festival Grounds.
Police say they received reports of gunfire heard shortly after 10pm on Saturday, causing a rush of concert-goers attempting to flee the venue. Advertisement.
"Las Vegas Metro PD investigated reports of a security incident and determined there was a false alarm. "At this time, there is no evidence of a shooting." The Metropolitan Police Department tweeted: "The show has resumed at the @lvrsnfrndsfest after a report of gunfire heard near the festival was deemed unfounded.
Three people were reportedly hospitalized with minor injuries following the incident, when false rumors of gunfire at the festival caused panic and had many in ...
At this time, there is no evidence of a shooting. “The show has resumed at the @lvrsnfrndsfest after a report of gunfire heard near the festival was deemed unfounded,” LVMPD tweeted. Authorities are investigating.”
The Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas resumed after a “security incident” temporarily halted performances on May 14, authorities said.
Las Vegas police said in a statement that three people were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries after crowds at the Lovers & Friends Festival rushed from the Las Vegas Festival Grounds. Festival organizers displayed a message on screens in the venue that said there was a security incident, authorities were investigating and to remain in place, officials said. A music festival in Las Vegas has resumed after a “security incident” temporarily halted performances on Saturday (May 14), authorities said.
Thousands of hip-hop and R&B fans reportedly rushed to the exits of the Lovers and Friends festival amid reports that gunshots were fired nearby, ...
They ultimately found that the reports of gunfire at the festival grounds were 'unfounded,' and the concerts were soon allowed to resume, with Usher taking the stage. - Reports erupted online of a 'stampede' at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds, with some claiming they were trampled in the rush to leave - Thousands of hip-hop and R&B fans reportedly rushed to the exits of the Lovers and Friends festival amid reports that gunshots were fired nearby
Las Vegas police said there was 'no evidence of a shooting' at the Lovers & Friends music festival after a report of gunfire caused a panic.
Though there was “no evidence of a shooting,” the LVMPD said, several people were trampled in the surge. The festival has been given clearance to continue.” The Lovers & Friends lineup this year included Ms. Lauryn Hill, TLC, Nelly, Ne-Yo, Timbaland, Brandy, T-Pain, Sean Paul, Usher, Ludacris, Lil Jon, Ciara, Ja Rule, Ashanti, Akon, Lil Kim, Monica and many more.
Three people were injured at the Lovers & Friends Festival in Las Vegas when crowds rushed the exit after reportedly hearing gunfire.
The festival has been given clearance to continue. We’d like to thank the local authorities for their quick response.” The victims were taken to local hospitals with minor injuries.
Three people were injured during the first night of Lovers & Friends music festival at the Las Vegas Festival Grounds on Saturday night.
At this time, there is no evidence of a shooting. In the ensuing rush to exit the grounds, three people were trampled and taken to hospital for minor injuries. Festival organisers paused the show for approximately 45 minutes.
Three people have been hospitalised and more injured following a 'security incident' at Las Vegas' Lovers & Friends Festival this past weekend, TMZ reports.
The show has resumed at the— LVMPD (@LVMPD) @lvrsnfrndsfestafter a report of gunfire heard near the festival was deemed unfounded. Usher is on stage singing and giving out Usher Bucks. Everything is right with the world.” At this time, there is no evidence of a shooting,” LVMPD tweeted at 11:20PM on Saturday.