The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has released additional body-worn camera footage that provides further detail on the response to a deadly shooting inside a Smith’s grocery store. The recording shows officers entering the scene, securing the building, and conducting a systematic search for potential threats after two employees were killed in what investigators have described as a targeted incident.
The shooting drew significant attention locally because it occurred in a routine public setting, where employees and customers were carrying out everyday activities. The newly released footage adds context to how law enforcement managed the immediate aftermath inside a crowded retail environment.
Incident
According to police, the victims, Amanda Frias Rosas and Victor Frias Rosas, were both employees at the store. Investigators say they were intentionally targeted by Armando Estrada, who had previously been in a relationship with Amanda and was involved in a custody dispute at the time of the shooting.
Authorities state that Estrada entered the store and opened fire before leaving the scene. Police have characterized the incident as targeted rather than random, based on the relationship between the suspect and one of the victims.
Footage
The body camera footage shows officers arriving shortly after the incident was reported. They can be heard coordinating as they begin clearing the store and assessing potential risks inside the building.
Officers identify shell casings across the floor, extending from the produce section toward aisle 4. Investigators later confirmed that the victims were found in that area. The footage also shows the condition of the store during the response, with items displaced and aisles largely empty as employees and customers had already evacuated or taken cover.
Response
Police followed established active incident procedures as they moved through the store. The footage shows officers checking multiple areas, including storage rooms, service counters, and administrative spaces in the back of the building.
The search included restrooms and a small bank located inside the store. During the sweep, officers located an employee who had taken shelter in a bathroom stall. She was not physically injured but appeared shaken by the incident.
The employee informed officers that she had called 911 when the shooting began. Authorities have noted that early emergency calls played a role in the speed of the response.
Aftermath
In the days following the shooting, the store was closed while investigators processed the scene and employees received support services. The location reopened last month after completion of the initial investigation phase.
A memorial remains outside the entrance of the store. It includes flowers, candles, and written messages left by community members. The display has become a place of remembrance for the victims and a visible reminder of the event for those entering the store.
Community
A vigil was held in the community following the incident, bringing together family members, coworkers, and residents. Speakers shared memories of Amanda and Victor and reflected on the impact of the event on those close to them.
One family member described the experience as something they never expected to encounter personally, noting that such incidents often feel distant until they affect someone directly connected. Amanda’s daughter also spoke at the gathering, describing her mother and stepfather as caring and supportive figures in her life.
Her remarks reflected both personal loss and appreciation for the role they played within the family.
Reflection
The release of additional body camera footage is part of ongoing transparency efforts by law enforcement agencies following major incidents. The recordings provide a detailed view of how officers coordinate during high risk situations in public spaces.
The incident has had a lasting impact on employees and the surrounding community. The store’s reopening marks a step toward normal operations, although the memorial outside continues to reflect the significance of the event for those affected.
The footage also highlights the challenges faced by first responders in rapidly assessing and securing complex scenes where civilians may still be present.
