The attacker, 32-year-old Yoni Barrios is a Guatemalan national with a criminal record in California, a source with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement confirmed to Fox News.
The suspect told police that he “thought the women were laughing at him and making fun of his clothing,” according to a police reportHe then fled and allegedly killed 47-year-old Brent Allan Hallet, with what police described as a “large knife with a long blade.” He was followed by concerned witnesses who called 911.
Among those who were injured, one victim underwent surgery and remains in critical condition. Two victims are in serious condition while the remaining three are reported to be in fair condition, KKTV reported.Facebook/Maris DiGiovanni Barrios was detained by security guards from the Sands with Metropolitan Police officers while running on a Strip sidewalk, police said. He’s currently being held in the Clark County Detention Center.
He made his first court appearance on Friday where he was ordered to remain in custody, according to KKTV.
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