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A finger is faster than a draw.

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A finger is faster than a draw. Assumption based on the below. On March 1, 2026, in Las Vegas, a man named James Espinoza, who was open carrying a gun, was shot and killed during an attempted robbery by Robert Aguilar Jr. The incident involved an exchange of gunfire, resulting in Espinoza's death and Aguilar being critically injured.

Incident Overview​

On March 1, 2026, a shooting occurred in the east Las Vegas Valley, resulting in the death of James Espinoza, 27. He was shot during an attempted robbery by Robert Aguilar Jr., 39, who is now facing charges of open murder and attempted robbery.

Details of the Shooting​

Sequence of Events​

  • Location: Near Lake Mead and Nellis boulevards.
  • Interaction: Aguilar approached Espinoza, who was open carrying a firearm.
  • Confrontation: Aguilar attempted to rob Espinoza, pulling a gun and demanding his belongings.
  • Gunfire Exchange: Both men exchanged gunfire, leading to Espinoza being shot and killed.

Witness Accounts​

  • A witness reported that Aguilar threatened Espinoza, warning him to comply or face being shot.
  • Another witness observed Aguilar fleeing the scene on a bicycle after the shooting.

Aftermath​

  • Espinoza was pronounced dead at the scene.
  • Aguilar was found nearby, injured and claiming he had been mugged. He was taken to the hospital in critical condition.
  • Aguilar is currently held without bail and is scheduled for a court appearance.
 
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