Who Was the Las Vegas Shooting Security Guard
The Las Vegas shooting security guard at the time of the October 1, 2017 attack was Jesus Campos. He was employed by MGM Resorts International and was working at the Mandalay Bay Hotel and Casino. He was shot in the leg by gunfire from the hotel room of the attacker, Stephen Paddock, before he could alert other guests or staff.
What Happened During the Attack
Jesus Campos was on the 32nd floor of Mandalay Bay when he heard suspicious noise and went to investigate. He was shot in the lower leg by Paddock, who was firing from a suite on the 32nd floor. Campos retreated, received medical treatment, and later provided information to law enforcement. The attack killed 60 people and injured hundreds more.
What Official Reports Say About the Security Guard
Final reports from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the FBI state that Campos was not responsible for the shooting. They concluded that Stephen Paddock acted alone. The reports note that Campos was an off-duty security guard employed by MGM, and his injury occurred while he was responding to possible suspicious activity. No evidence linked Campos to the attack.
For more details on the official investigation, see the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
