Dakota Hawver, 26, was identified as the suspected gunman who allegedly killed three people at Reno’s Grand Sierra Resort casino on Monday

• Date & Time: The shooting began around 7:25–7:30 a.m. on July 28, 2025, outside the valet area of the Grand Sierra Resort & Casino in Reno, Nevada The Sun+15CBS News+15AP News+15.

• Hawver, armed with a legally purchased 9 mm handgun, fired approximately 80 rounds across multiple magazines, reportedly sustaining an initial malfunction before continuing the attack Tripplenews+6AP News+6SFGATE+6.

• After targeting people near the valet, he fled into the parking lot where he fatally shot another victim before engaging in gunfire with a casino security guard, and then Reno police. Hawver was shot by officers and remains in critical condition UPI+5AP News+5New York Post+5.

🕯️ The Victims

Three people were killed in the attack:

1. Justin Aguila, 33, Southern California resident, visiting Reno for a bachelor party Newsweek+10SFGATE+10cityofsparks.us+10.

2. Andrew Canepa, 33, also from Southern California and co‑owner of Side Street Café in Newbury Park; a devoted father cityofsparks.us+6SFGATE+6Tripplenews+6.

3. Angel Martinez, 66, longtime Reno resident known for decades of work in local restaurants and casinos; shot while driving through the parking lot New York Post+5SFGATE+5cityofsparks.us+5.

In addition to these fatalities, three others were injured:

• Two remain hospitalized in critical but stable condition.

• One individual was treated and released KRNVTripplenews+1Las Vegas Review-Journal+1.

• Additional minor injuries were reported: one bullet graze, one anxiety-related incident, and one injury during panic and flight AP News.

👤 About the Suspect: Dakota Hawver

• Hawver, 26, is a resident of Reno, with no known criminal history or documented mental health conditions, according to investigators foxcharleston.com+7AP News+7CBS News+7.

• The 9 mm pistol used was legally purchased about two years prior; ammunition was obtained separately more recently Tripplenews+6AP News+6New York Post+6.

• Investigators thus far have found no connection or known relationship between Hawver and any of the victims, nor to the Grand Sierra Resort itself. His motive remains unknown, and the investigation is ongoing The Times of India+15AP News+15New York Post+15.

📍 Sequence of Events: Reconstructed

1. Initial attack near the valet parking when Hawver began firing at a crowd. Initially the firearm malfunctioned before he continued.

2. Approximately 5 people were wounded in the valet area; two died either on the scene or later in hospital.

3. Hawver then fled north through the parking lot, killing a third victim who happened to be driving through.

4. He engaged with a casino security guard, who returned fire.

5. Reno police arrived within roughly 3 minutes of first shots being reported, confronted Hawver, and shot him in an exchange of gunfire. He was taken into custody and hospitalized CBS NewsNew York Post+6UPI+6Las Vegas Review-Journal+6Las Vegas Review-Journal.

🏙️ Broader Context & Aftermath

• Venue: The Grand Sierra Resort is one of Reno’s most notable landmarks, featuring nearly 2,000 hotel rooms and the largest casino floor in Northern Nevada. It has hosted concerts, sporting events, and a political rally prior to 2024 The Indian Express+2AP News+2Las Vegas Review-Journal+2.

• Response: Local officials—including Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve and City Council member Devon Reese—publicly expressed grief and urged unity; Reno and Sparks police departments, alongside the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, led the investigation cityofsparks.us+7KRNV+7Tripplenews+7.

• Community impact: Candlelight vigils and memorials were held in honor of the victims. Calls for increased awareness of gun violence and community solidarity have emerged since the shooting Tripplenews.

📋 Summary Table

This remains an evolving situation—Dakota Hawver, aged 26, has been confirmed as the suspected gunman in this horrifying incident at the Grand Sierra Resort. Authorities emphasize the absence of any known motive, and the investigation continues.