Andrew Canepa, co-owner Side Street Café in Newbury Park, identified as victim in Reno casino shooting
One of the three people killed in a shooting outside a casino in Reno, Nevada has been identified as a father and co-owner of a restaurant in Ventura County.
Andrew Canepa, co-owner of Side Street Café in Newbury Park, died Monday after a gunman opened fire outside the Grand Sierra Resort.
Ventura County Supervisor Jeff Gorell confirmed his death in a post on X.
"Andrew was a kind soul, a dedicated business owner, and a loving father to his young son. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the Side Street Café community during this incredibly difficult time," Gorell said.
Other business owners in the area were shocked to learn about Canepa's death, saying he was always there for everyone in the community.
"One of the nicest people you'll ever meet. Always very welcoming, always happy. Very welcoming to the community, very supportive," said Rick with Eastwind Screenprint.
Others who knew Canepa say he jumped into action to raise money for victims of the 2018 mass shooting at Borderline Bar and Grill in Thousand Oaks. They added they can't believe he's become the victim of another senseless tragedy.
Monday's deadly shooting unfolded in the valet area outside the casino.
Officers say the suspect then ran through the parking lot, and after a gun battle with a security guard, he shot and killed someone driving through the parking lot.
Moments later the suspect fired at police, who shot back and hit him multiple times, leaving him in critical condition.
"At this time we have no reason to believe that there is a connection between any of the victims and the suspect and we have no known motive by the suspect," said Sparks Police Chief Chris Crawforth.
Six victims in total sustained gunshot wounds, with three being fatal. Of those injured, two remain in critical condition at an area hospital while the third was released, police said.
ABC News contributed to this report.
