The following statement has been released by Jim Gibson, mayor of the city of Henderson, Nev., and chairman of the…
The following statement has been released by Jim Gibson, mayor of the city of Henderson, Nev., and chairman of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority, and Rossi Ralenkotter, president and CEO of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority.
This morning the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority confirmed with the Metropolitan Police Department, the FBI, and Nevada Homeland Security that there are not now, nor have there ever been, any reports of specific or credible terrorist threats against Las Vegas and its hotel properties.
We want the world to know that if we ever do have information of a specific and credible threat, we will share it – even if it meant visitors decided to stay home as a result.
The national news media must report responsibly and aggressively that law enforcement has no knowledge of any specific or credible threats against this destination. We are extremely concerned that the news media continues to report on alleged threats to Las Vegas, even while we are simultaneously assured by law enforcement officials that no such threats exist.
This is at least the fourth time since 9/11 that the destination has been the focus of a media frenzy based more on rumor than fact. The media must demonstrate more restraint in covering homeland security issues. These reports serve only to engender fear among our visitors and the thousands of people who work and live here.
We have every confidence in the federal, state and local law enforcement agencies charged with keeping us safe and well-informed. If there were a specific or credible threat, we would expect to be notified. Any time there has been any hint of concern, or even a news story, we have taken the step of contacting law enforcement.
Theodore is the Co-Founder and Managing Editor of TravelDailyNews Media Network; his responsibilities include business development and planning for TravelDailyNews long-term opportunities.
