The suspected gunman behind a shooting at the Elko Regional Airport Monday is dead, with one child injured and the airport temporarily closed, according to police.
Elko, Nevada, Police Lt. Shane Daz said someone called about an active shooter at the airport at about 12:30 p.m. Initially, police said two people were found shot and killed, but later confirmed just one person — the alleged shooter — was dead.
The injured person is a juvenile, according to police, but the age was not disclosed.
As of Monday afternoon, Daz said there is no threat to the community. The shooting remains under investigation. He said the airport was closed Monday afternoon, delaying inbound flights. Police are hoping to open the facility sometime Monday night.
This story may be updated.