Angela Christine 'Angie' Gomez, a 20-year-old from Riverside, California, was one of the 58 victims of the Las Vegas shooting that occurred on October 1, 2017. She was attending the Route 91 Harvest Festival, a country music event, when a gunman opened fire on the crowd.
Angie was a graduate of Riverside Poly High School, class of 2015, and was remembered by her school community for her vibrant personality and numerous contributions to the school.
She was described as a 'fun-loving young lady with a great sense of humor' who loved the stage and participated in the Riverside Children's Theater, as well as her middle and high school choirs. After graduation, she attended classes at Riverside Community College and was known for being a hard worker who always challenged herself academically. She was also a loyal friend who loved her family and will be forever missed by all who knew her.
The shooting at the Route 91 Harvest Festival was carried out by Stephen Paddock, a 64-year-old man from Mesquite, Nevada. Paddock opened fire from his hotel room on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino, targeting the concertgoers below. He used multiple firearms and had stockpiled a large amount of ammunition in his room. Paddock acted alone in the shooting, and his motives remain somewhat unclear, although investigations have suggested various factors, including mental health issues and a possible desire for notoriety.
There were no other suspects involved in the shooting, and Stephen Paddock took his own life before law enforcement could apprehend him. The investigation into the shooting was extensive, involving multiple law enforcement agencies, including the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the FBI. However, no arrests were made in connection with the shooting itself, as Paddock was the sole perpetrator and died at the scene.
Angie Gomez's death was a profound loss for her family, friends, and the entire Riverside community. Her memory has been honored through various tributes, including a scholarship foundation established in her name to continue her story and support others in their educational pursuits. She was buried at Olivewood Cemetery in Riverside, California, and her legacy continues to be celebrated by those who knew her.
