Valet employee hailed as a lifesaver by a survivor's family after selflessly intervening during a deadly casino gunfire incident
Valet Hero Saves Life of Matt Sitler in Reno Shooting
In a heartwarming display of bravery, Kade Macedo, a valet worker at the Grand Sierra Resort casino in Reno, Nevada, saved the life of Matt Sitler during a mass shooting on Monday morning.
Matt Sitler was part of a bachelor party that was in the targeted valet area during the shooting. His friends, who had been together since the first grade, tragically lost their lives in the incident.
As the chaos unfolded, Macedo, who has worked as a valet for four years, sprang into action. He recounted seeing Matt Sitler running towards him with a white shirt stained with blood. Macedo immediately provided critical assistance, though the specific details of his actions are not fully known.
Matt Sitler's family has publicly expressed their gratitude for Macedo's bravery in the chaotic and dangerous situation. Matt's father, Duane Sitler, has stated that Macedo and Matt have formed an instant bond. Duane also shared that Matt is healing well and is in good spirits.
In a touching gesture, Kade Macedo visited Matt Sitler in the ICU for the first time on Wednesday. Matt's family and friends are sending their love and support to the Reno community and the families of the shooting victims.
Juceam, a member of Matt Sitler's family, has expressed concern for Matt's best friends who lost their lives in the shooting. Juceam has also expressed their happiness for Matt's progress but has acknowledged the pain of the community in the wake of the tragedy.
Kade Macedo is expecting a baby and has a fiancΓ© at home. His family and friends are offering their support during this difficult time. Juceam has asked for help for Kade Macedo as he copes with the trauma of the incident.
Authorities have confirmed that three people were killed and three others were injured in the shooting. No information was provided about the identity of the shooter or the motive for the shooting.
This act of heroism serves as a reminder of the courage and selflessness that can be found in the darkest of times. The Sitler family and the Reno community continue to rally around each other in the aftermath of this tragic event.
[1] Local News Source A [2] Local News Source B [3] Local News Source C [4] Personal Statement from Duane Sitler [5] Statement from Juceam
- Despite the tragic incident at the Grand Sierra Resort casino in Reno, Nevada, where casino-and-gambling activities usually take place, the casino culture showed a different side as valet worker Kade Macedo saved Matt Sitler during a shooting incident, providing a story of bravery and selflessness that made general-news headlines.
- In the aftermath of the shooting incident, crime-and-justice officials are still searching for the identity of the shooter and the motive behind the attack, which led to the loss of lives at a casino-games venue and left the Reno community in a state of shock.
