I agree- I’m impressed Steven admitted to being a Christian conservative on a TH-cam channel. Correction, CommieTube channel. PS- I also live in Commiefornia- San Diego.
I've lived in Las Vegas for 30 years fro. Michigan and have been planning on moving back. The city had gotten bigger than my liking. I love LV, but it's time for something new.
This problem isn't specific to Las Vegas. Many cities are now experiencing a relentless crime wave, driving businesses out. Many of these police departments are woefully understaffed. And what can we expect when the justice system just gives these criminals a slap on the wrist?
Yep. It’s a gangster’s paradise; these big cities and it’s total capitulation by local police forces and prosecutors that refuse to do any prosecuting that are the issue. The same government that won’t protect you wants to take away your guns. If you have to go to Vegas stay in large groups and avoid prostitution and drugs and ppl associated with those things
They have plenty of resources...what they lack are people who love America running things. Instead they are staffed by people who think America is Racist and is in need of a good riot and house cleaning.
In 1984 when my wife and I got married we visited Las Vegas. We live in Scotland. We loved it so much that we visited the city another 29 times over the following 35 years. Vegas changed a lot in that time, mostly for the best, but latterly tensions rose and lawlessness became more open . To our dismay we had to decide not to come back. You are an exceptional man Steven and your video moved me. Please keep posting and I'll keep watching.
Try visiting Vegas more as a local. I am literally never scared here. Stay at a "locals casino/hotel" like Red Rock. While you're at it, go visit Red Rock Canyon. Check out the beauty of the area instead of staying on The Strip all the time. 99% of people think Vegas is only The Strip, when it really is far more than that.
I am a Californian who has little interest in going to Vegas anymore. Prefer the native American casinos in Coachella Valley - which so far are peaceful and chill. Two points worth discussing - Bukele - the leader of El Salvador has put all gang members in jail and murders and crime has plummeted - why cant we follow this mode. Secondly, I'm surprised that you as a Canadian have not returned to the country. I just returned from British Colombia and amazed how a big city like Vancouver has clean streets, less crime and a higher standard of living. I would much prefer to spend my vacation time in a place like Canada than in a violent cesspool like the Strip.
I also miss the days where you walked down the streets of Vegas with your drink in one hand and a bucket of silver dollars in the other, and nobody gave you a second look.
As a recently retired police officer of 31 years located in California I can tell you why crime so high in Vegas, however, people are not ready to hear it. I have an ex-partner who did a lateral transfer you Vegas-Metro as approx. 10 years so and he has seen quite an upbeat in crime since COVID. Her told me his take on it and of course I believe everything he said. As a black male raised in Oakland, CA by his mother he's fought to be where he is today and I love this guy more than my brothers but not not than my wife lol. If I needed to hide my family I know he would be here within hours and disappear until safe. My wife and I travel to Vegas twice/yr. for ten days each and on our most recent trip I ordered a pizza (one HELL of a pizza, I can still taste it 😋) butt it was huge. My wife and I don't eat much so after I meet with the delivery guy in the main entrance to the Aria I came across two officers just standing near the entrance and not looking busy. I made contact and small talk then showed them I badge & I.D. because I didn't want to toss the pizza out and knew they wouldn't take any if i wasn't an officer, in which they gladly accepted. We, really they, did most of the talking for approx. 20 mins and covered the office and local government politics and which they gave me their perspectives on why crime is on the rise. It matched my ex-partners nearly verbatim. It's not difficult to see with our own eyes and my watching the daily crime videos on the local news channels. The suspects in nearly all these crimes of unprovoked physical assaults, thefts, robberies (armed & unarmed) petty thefts, hit & runs, DUI's, drug possession, etc., etc , etc., ALL have something in common in Vegas as with in Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, L.A., Oakland, etc., it's that the suspects are greatly majority black. Across the nation FBI & DOJ Stats show that nine out of ten blacks killed are done so by fellow blacks. But they Demon-cratic leaders refuse to acknowledge that as they also refuse to hold them accountable or serve any hard time. The reason crime jumped to record highs during COVID of because as the casinos, airlines and businesses began opening up again they were trying to draw visitors back and one way was to lower airlines tickets and hotel fees. Thus drawing in crowds that before Covid couldn't afford to fly to Vegas and/or stay in the casinos. They were seeing a rise in crime along with people acting stupid, remember seeing those idiots in videos racing up and down the strip on rented scooters and taking the damn things onto escalations just to get stuck and stop them from working? They were all capable of walking but just wanted to act like fools. Metro saw a rise in drunk in public, fighting on the strip, fine & dash (Defrauding an Inn Keeper), and shootings on the strip whereas they used to be kept away from tourists. THEN let's not forget a larger influx on Resisting Arrest, assault on police officers, obstruction, etc. Then of course when all these arrest of a certain 13% of they population started hitting the need and courts the liberal city leaders gave into "Community Leaders" wanting these criminals not only sent to hard time but to be arrested in the first place. Before you liberals start screaming and crying racism by ignoring them facts they videos don't lie but also remember most honest black citizens WANT MORE POLICE PRESENCE and black males ages from 17-38 are 48% of murderer victims across the country. These young men are the highest murdered age group with no close 2nd place. If you truly want to reduce crime you have to acknowledge the problem and have a criminal justice system to freak with those problems. So either hid your head in the Vegas dessert sand and keep voting Democrat or fight crime or better your city and easy of life and vote Republican or Independent and demand criminals need punished for their crimes, just don't wait until it happens to you or someone you care about.
I don’t think it makes sense to blame it all on the AA’s. As a Vegas resident who closely follows recent events; the ethnicities of the perps here are way more balanced compared to other places. Not denying that AA’s may be somewhat over represented in crime based on their share of the population; but you make it seem as if they’re almost all of the perps here or something. Tons and tons of perpetrators of Euro, Latin and Mixed descent as well here
It sucks, but it’s true, I just don’t understand what happened in their lives that they resorted to a life of violence. Some of us grew up normal though. 😅
Easier solution. Segregation and right of refusal. Ninjas are the dredge of society world wide. Slave labor camps and chain gangs is the only way they can be productive in society!
Vegas has gotten expensive and trashy. It doesn’t make sense. I went to vegas 30 years ago and hotels were so cheap. Buffets were so cheap. Now it’s a quick money grab and they won’t do anything about the weed smell or the homeless problem.
Lived here in 1980 and the place (off the Strip) was safe and quaint. Never worried 24/7. Moved back this year and the city clearly has areas to stay clear of, people seem ultra-aggressive, and I keep my head on a swivel. I only go to the Strip when absolutely necessary.
My last trip to Vegas was in April. Stayed on the strip as usual. I've been going to Vegas for about 20 years. Each time I go, it seems a little worse. I currently have no desire to ever go again. With all the places to spend my entertainment money, Vegas is being replaced. I consider gambling entertainment, and always go expecting to lose all of my gambling budget. When I do win, it's a bonus. I'll be giving my money away where I feel safe and appreciated in the future.
I hate to be the guy to say it, but, if you expect to lose your gambling funds, you will. Try to reframe your thinking. "With the right strategy, I will leave the table, a Winner!" Try it, and, see if it works for you.
Las Vegas has become a city of lawlessness. It’s almost impossible to even get a speeding ticket, they will just move it to “parking” violation once you pay it. You call the police for an emergency, it takes them forever to show up, if they even do at all. The residents of Las Vegas have to protect themselves because either the police won’t do anything, or they use the excuse they’re extremely understaffed. Before moving here, I didn’t know the crime was this bad, and it’s mainly the property crime that I’m alluding to, it’s ridiculous.
@@MichaelInTheDesert Me, too. It's been flawless for us. Zero crime. The neighbors keep an eye out but also respect boundaries. So weird that my experience is so different.
Crime is a national problem and its rising everywhere. While I don't disagree its an increasing issue, 2 things have struck me recently that are the opposite of what you say. I walk the strip almost everyday so I do get a real world sense. 1) when that nutjob from LA murdered the "showgirl" and a tourist on the Strip in broad daylight, I have seen a bigger presence of Metro talking to vagrants early morning and getting them to some kind of help. Its unfortunate it took that event but instead of "sweeping it under the rug" someone decided to do something about it. 2) About 4 months ago I saw an 818 tagger (again, LA gang) hitting various parts of the sidewalks, escalators, and buildings near Fashion mall. Literally the next day (which was Sunday) all the graffiti was gone like you could never tell. So it takes effort because stupid people are relentless.
Hans Brinker,,,Dutch boy who saves his country by putting his finger in a leaking dike is cute but the WAVE hitting America has barely even started. What is coming is akin to what you see in most neighborhoods on the July 4th...a total collapse of civility. Neighbors (with guests from out of State) bombing others with toxic munitions. Groups terrorizing with intersection takeovers. Hundreds of bikers taking over streets and attacking others simply driving in their way. That sort of behavior is now expanding across all areas of life. Destruction is the Mantra of people under 40. Why? because America is racist of course. If I had the means I would be buying property miles from any town in the usual Western States so far safe from all this...
Miss the days when the Mob still ran much of Vegas. They would have never allowed this kind of stuff to happen. Remember my first trip in 1985. It was so reasonable....hotels, food, shows, everything. Corporate America got their greedy paws in it.
Yes,murderers pimps and thieves ran Las Vegas better. Bye the way the the children and relatives of the mob called the VICI group, led by Eli Seagal owns most of the strip land. The MOB still runs Vegas they just get the money off the top in RENT
Same here my first time was 1984 when I hit 21 and stayed at Stardust. I've been to Vegas over 20 times and totally agree with you. I tell my son whose now 22 and he has been to Vegas a number of times and he is very aware of the sick people on the strip. He's already experienced a person harassing him while he's gambling - had to call security or another instance just going to the restroom and getting approached. So many homeless and people with mental illness walking around the strip. You really have to be aware of people all around you.
I've been to Las Vegas over 30 times in the last 10 or so years. I truly enjoy it. What I learned early on was to avoid staying at street level Hotel/Casinos and to stay at destination properties. As much as I like Planet Hollywood, the Paris or the Cromwell, the street element is flowing through these locations making the uninitiated visitor a target. A property like the Aria is different in that you have to be going there. While not free of problems, the presence of security and their response to problematic non-guests is pretty good, particularly at the pool were you can be very vulnerable.
I've spoke to the police twice on the strip about issues that I've seen. Both instances were years apart. They shrugged it off, and said that they can't really do anything about it, even though it's illegal. However, in my small conservative city, they would be going after people like crazy, and not putting up with any BS. I know Vegas is a bigger city, and they tend to be democratic, or independent. If any laws are going to be enforced with strength, they need to elect a strong conservative mayor to turn the city around. I love Las Vegas also, and i hate what it's turning into.
That's old news. Las Vegas decided about a decade ago to switch gears and go after people under 40. They were losing older Tourists and Locals for a longtime. As gambling spread to almost every State most people have no real need to visit. So they went full-on EDC, Sports, Rap, Nightclubs, Day Clubs, Beach Parties, Shopping and Panic Rooms. The only gambling really left are Sports Books and slowing Poker. Even five card is now dying off. The growth is Events not gambling. I think what really scares Hotel management are AIRBnBs. I think there is a real push now to consolidate all the activity to the Strip and downtown completely. Creating a Tourist island of sorts. They would be more than happy to see the local economy go away be my sense.
I see the pain on your face. What you said, 98% of the people agree with you. Punish these criminals HARD. The police cannot do anything without risking there job and civil lawsuits. It’s a joke. I have heard about casino guest being robbed when they are sleeping. They suggested do not put the Do Not Disturb sign on the door. I guess because the criminal will know you are inside or something. Tip: If you go on vacation. Take the vehicle registration and insurance card out of the car. My sister in law was on vacation about an hour from their house. There truck was broken into and the registration was stolen. When they got home there house was burglarized to the max. Their guns, musical instruments and a lot of stuff was stolen. The police said that was very organized.
It been a ride over Niagara Falls in the city I live near also Stephen. People going to the ball games at the stadium find their car windows broken out after the game. Dozens of cars after every game. Kia cars being stolen all over, even in the suburbs during daylight. Many of these cars end up crashing into totally innocent people. And the black on black crime is bad mostly by very young kids well under 18. One cop said we don't even finish the paper work before the kid is back on the street doing it all over again. What can we do about it, elect politicians who promise to address the problem and hope they mean it. (many don't) I remember a time when walking the strip and crime was the furtherest from my mind.
Poor Steven. I remember when he got chased down the Strip by some guy while he was filming. He was yelling, "I gotta get to the fashion show! I'll be safe there!" I was worried about him.
I WAS ON THE TRAM FROM MGM to SAHARA LAST MONTH AND A COP APPROCHED ME AND ASKED IF I WAS ALONE. I SAID YES AND HE POINTED TO A GROUP OF PUNKS STANDING IN THE CORNER OF THE PLATFORM AND TOLD ME THEY WERE WAITNG FOR SOMEBODY LIKE ME. HE SAID THAT THEY WERE FROM OUT OF STATE (CALI) LOOKING TO DO ROBBERIES HERE. DON'T TRAVEL ALONE AFTER DARK HERE. I SAID THANKS FOR THE WARNING.
@@djm5687 ok that's a fair statement, but if he couldn't arrest them, then he had no way of knowing they were actually criminals waiting to rob someone, so at that point he was just profiling. You can't just say those are criminals not knowing if their criminals 🤦
Thank you for making this video. I remember in 2001, 2010, 2017, 2019, and about 6 months ago, when I was in LV. I was not afraid of anything prior to Covid. Since then, when I was there six months ago, that has changed significantly. I can’t walk anywhere. People DO commit violence. It’s sad. 😢
Probably THE BEST video I've seen you post because I noticed the same thing I've been here for over 20 yrs was a headliner in a major casino and even lived on the strip in one of the high rises ON the strip and loved walking to the bellagio fountains to hear time to say good bye almost every night but now I find myself rarely even driving down the strip because it pains me to see what it's become. Never were vagrants and homeless allowed to just lay on top of the banisters in front of the bellagio fountains, security used to get tourists off of there just for sitting while waiting for the show but now it's whatever, and it got worse after we reopened post plandemic, the stimulus money brought out the California hood rats that couldn't afford to stay on the strip it was immediately noticeable but no one says it because no one wants to be called a racist or phobe or be canceled but that's what happened ghetto people brought the ghetto with them and here we are but again no one wants to say it but the truth is the truth and we are living in a time when the truth, biology, and common sense is being attacked so no its not gonna get better sadly and I love this city as much as you do but like a dementia family member it's just a shell of what it once was!!
This is the part that people aren’t supposed to say openly. But you are correct, the hood rats discovered Vegas during “the disease.” Many of them never left and invited all their friends. It’s kind of like what happened to the high desert and the Inland Empire in CA. People moved from L.A. to get to a cheaper cost of living and to get their kids away from the “bad kids.” Well it turned out their kids WERE the bad kids and just brought the problems to another area and ruined it.
It isn't just Vegas. Have you seen the mobs go into Walmart and/or Target and just trash the stores? They just grab baskets full of merchandise and run....no , walk....out the door, and nobody does anything!
Vegas has lost its appeal to my wife and I. We used to come 3 or 4 times a year. It is going on 2 years since we have been back. It is a combination of things but increased bad element has a lot to do with it. Marijuana smell, high prices, low payback percentages and crime have killed the vibe for us.
Oh but tobacco is okay though to stink up the air in a city because that is what you were used to growing up? Rolls eyes. Yeah Americans like to smoke pot. Prohibition did not work for alcohol either. Bet you drink some of that though. Marijuana is legal in over 20 states, so I guess the vibe to go just about anywhere will be killed the way things are trending. Better stay inside on lockdown. Gotta avoid that pesky pot smoke people are inhaling.
@@sexygeek8996the prices in the casino doesn't give it the right to set up shop in the street. The restaurant owners outside of the casino have to pay for their rent. Not fair to them.
@@cali5215 I didn't say it was right or legal. I just said that the prices in the casinos create opportunities for others to undercut them. They also motivate customers to choose other options like preparing their own food.
@@sexygeek8996 yea, if they do it the legal way and safe way whete you don't get food poisoning. As it is there's alot of illlegal activity going on on the strip. We don't need more.
My wife and I have been coming to Vegas since 09. We’ve been celebrating our anniversary every year since but the past couple of years we’ve seen fights and very aggressive people demanding money even on the triple decker bus when a young man was accusing a woman who ran off the bus and security had to intervene. We will be celebrating our 12th wedding anniversary but we will have our head on a swivel more than ever. Stay safe everyone.
Might want to consider staying off strip. Renting a car or Uber. Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock are decent choices. Avoiding the Strip at night is now almost a life saving choice.
@@johndough23 Would you care to share your sources? Many big cities have had crime increases on public transit. It's still relatively safe. Like it or not, people are *still* voting for politicians who tolerate crime increases.
Hey brother . I found your videos early covid lockdowns and you just popped up in my feed for the first time in awhile. I cannot believe it’s gotten that bad but I’m glad your covering it. I never thought I’d hear you say your done recording and live-streaming the strip. Such a shame!
I think trouble will find you on the strip if you go looking for it. We just spent 6 nights on the strip in Vegas and saw NO violence. Everyone is polite and friendly. Probably because half of them are stoned, but that is OK! You do your Vegas and I’ll do mine! Cheers Steven.
I was in law enforcement for 30 years and I can tell you that proactive policing is not only over in Vegas but its a thing of the past all over the country. This war on proper policing (yes proper policing means you put hands on people) is real and the result is crime, a lot more crime actually. This will not end until it gets “bad enough” and people demand action, not only with their voice but with their vote. Steven, awareness is power. Please keep people aware as to what’s going on in Vegas and when it gets “bad enough” people will demand action. All that being said we’ll be in Vegas this august, to bad there’s no chance to see you walking the strip.
The cops were taught by Saint Floyd that the group that commits the most crime are now untouchable and too risky to interact with. Better to smile and wave until retirement.
@@martygras378 Floyd had count them…..8 jail stretches under his belt. That means a minimum of 8 arrests. Put yourself in enough encounters with the police while engaged in criminal activity and don’t be surprised when something goes bad. Maybe don’t be a career scumbag with a weakened heart high on fentanyl while fighting the cops?
No, we don’t need anymore of that policing. Proactive policing got me pulled out of my Jaguar and harassed for an hour. Proactive policing got me pulled over as a child and harassed by police. What we need is opportunity for people. Vegas gave $850M in future funding to build Allegiant and giving $400M for the A’s…that’s the problem. That money should be going to improving education and opportunity to residents. Instead it’s going to help a billionaires to get rich heir pet projects built.
I have been coming to Vegas since 2007 for vacations and in 2022 I lived and worked there for a short 8 months. It has definitely become dangerous. I remember in 2011 when I was coming to Vegas frequently and always having a great time, never felt in danger. Sad to see the downward spiral Vegas is in. Hope it can rebound and prosper again!
Hopefully many more will learn this situation in Vegas. Just stay away until the city cleans up its act. Add this to inflated prices for everything and now personal safety. Pitiful situation.
I would've thought that since Vegas is totally dependent on tourism. The city officials would not go down the same path as San Francisco, Seattle and Portland.
It's hard to fix human-based issues when you think jailing is the solution which it isn't. Need more mental help and less capitalism and people wouldn't need to do crime
@@godjhaka7376 Go move to Cuba for the "good life" comrade...I've been there. It's a hell hole.There's near-zero crime because there's nothing to steal and if you get caught, they'll lock you up for 40 years for stealing a loaf of bread. Your idealistic take is ridiculously naive.
Our current capitalist system does not tax the rich. Not effectively. So social programs suffer. So more crazies on the streets. Then since we don't tax the rich they buy up everything forming monopolies. So prices skyrocket. So more people on the streets and more crime.
That problem described by that cop isn’t unique to the Vegas strip… it is happening in cities all over the US. It isn’t safe to be outside in any major city in the US at night anymore.
I remember going to Las Vegas in the late 70's and you could go anywhere in the city without fear. That changed to avoiding North Las Vegas in the mid 90's. Then it was the downtown area in the late 90''s, early 2000's. Then it was be careful wherever you go or even in your hotel. I stopped coming to Las Vegas. I used to make a trip to Los Angles and Las Vegas every year. Used to is the operative phrase.
Brutally honest, Steven. We can't help but notice Vegas going downhill. Even without your stating the obvious. We love Vegas so much, that we try to ignore the problems.I thought that just Fremont st. was problematic,.We're getting older and it's getting harder to feel at ease in Vegas. Thank you very much,
Feel Vegas' pain...... Exactly the same problems in London with a useless mayor more interested in cycling lanes instead of getting a grip on knife crime! Sad times for two great cities.........
Its nice to see you on You Tube again. I always enjoyed your videos on Las Vegas. I am sorry to hear things in Las Vegas is getting so bad. I haven’t visited in the last few years but in the past never felt afraid to be on the strip or downtown. This is not only a Las Vegas problem. I live in the Philadelphia, PA suburbs and worked and visited things in downtown Philadelphia regularly. However now I do not feel safe even in busy downtown areas. Every night on TV news we here about shootings, assaults and car jacking happening even in the downtown areas during the day. I am now retired and have plenty of time to shop, visit attractions and eat at restaurants. However I now usually do not go into the city anymore and even reconsider going out anywhere due to the increase of these type of incidents happening even in the suburbs. So I agree all regional police forces must have our support enforcing the laws and try to prevent these type of things from happening. Otherwise we will become hermits in our homes watching TV, video feeds on our computers and eating at home and hoping no one tries to break into our houses. Not only Las Vegas but all of America will be the losers.
All this money on the strip and these casinos can’t pay for extra security on the strip. If people stop coming cause it’s to dangerous then they lose more money.
Exactly why I only use Vegas for the airport and vacation in Laughlin. Get off plane..get luggage..shuttle to Laughlin and never spend more than an hour or so in Vegas. It has got scary in Vegas plus the current pricing= fabulous vacation in Laughlin for much, much less and safety!
You hit the nail on the head, Steven. I was there for the 22nd time just a few weeks ago and the difference from just 4 years ago is night and day. Just on this last visit, I saw a fist fight on the pedestrian bridge between Park MGM and Ross during daylight, several prostitutes openly soliciting without worry at the Aria (Gem Bar), 4 Queens security ignore several panhandlers obviously hitting up patrons inside the casino and worst of all, a man who appeared to have been beaten (fairly bad) getting tended to outside of Mon Ami Gabi during the early evening. I do agree things seem worse everywhere than they did 4 years ago, but Vegas seems to be on a whole other planet considering what it was like in 2019 and before. I can recall seeing bike patrols and officers on foot way more often back then compared to now. I probably won't be back for at least a few more years and I'm seriously considering just skipping the Strip and Downtown for either South Point or GVR when I do return.
Overall, I think Las Vegas is still good. Petty crime will always be in metro areas. As long as we live to tell our story, materialistic things can be replaced. We are moving to Vegas later this year. We ignore the beer vendors, weed hustlers, time share scammers etc. We have noticed more and more prostitutes in ALL the casinos. Security definitely sees it but ignores it. We've also noticed scammers selling fake jewelry and counterfeit Apple products on the casino floors. Definitely becoming a dump but still enjoyable for now.
Crime is not just escalating in Las Vegas, but also here in Edmonton, where it's predominantly driven by drug addiction and a justice system that continually releases repeat offenders on bail. This situation has been particularly exacerbated by federal legislation enacted shortly after Trudeau was elected Prime Minister.
Vegas used to have the solution. It was called the Pinkerton Agency. The city could stay independently clean while the agency made sure it was understood that lawlessness was not welcome or tolerated (except, of course, the Pinkerton's tactics).
I went to the Strat Friday night and there was a murder right outside just before I got there. I noticed a lot cops driving around, which is unusual since there’s usually never more than 1 or 2 anywhere within shouting distance.
I find it interesting that after watching this video, I get the breaking news alert that some guy is holding a woman against her will inside Cesar’s Palace and broke out the window and video shows furniture being thrown out. Too bad that after the 10/1 incident, the police took away all transparency (encrypting radio traffic) and no one can hear what is really occurring on the Strip.
One of the main issues is that these people are coming from California which has become lawless and they think they can do it here in Vegas. We need the old school Vegas back if you know what I mean.
Yes I agree, I stayed in a hotel recently in Vegas. And you would think that you was in California. Nearly every car had a California license plate. Including mine🤣
@@shyballer1 I can agree with you but it just seems like since the influx of crime in LA and SF people have decided that they can extend themselves outside of those areas and try and do it here. Yes there has always been crime here which was kept out of the news so it didn't effect tourism but I just believe in my opinion that more of it is coming from out of state.
@kevinjoseph7443 maybe but I moved from henderson from Cali so did a lot of californians that are Normal , they probably found out about the bad areas in vegas and decided to join in, and this is coming from an ex felon
1988 my husband and I were walking on the strip, a Hooker came right up to him and asked if he wanted to party? ?? I was standing right next to him, it was "Trash" then
Was in Vegas last May. Stayed at The Golden Nugget and did not like downtown at all. Not a fun vibe anymore like it used to have and people are right: it's not just Vegas. Downtown Denver is empty at night because it's definitely not safe. People were shot while celebrating the Nuggets victory a few weeks ago for gods sake. A drug deal gone bad. I avoid downtown Denver no matter what time it is. Just got back from Europe and the contrast in Budapest and Vienna vs US cities is shocking. Huge crowds including families with young kids out in the evenings. Restaurants so packed you can't get reservations. People walking about having a good time and absolutely no fear that someone is going to pull a gun and start shooting. I even took a stroll along the river in Vienna by myself and it was one big party with mostly young people out having a good time with their friends. I felt perfectly safe. I wouldn't do that in a major city in the US on a bet. We've lost something and I don't know how we'll ever get it back.
Steven, I agree it is getting bad in Vegas. I never, until now, had any problems with getting safely around anywhere in town. I will not travel Vegas alone anymore. I have to have a companion. Age and health issues aside, Vegas is just not what it used to be. It is sad. But, Steven, like a lot of bigger cities, resort cities, they try to sweep the problem under the rug. Look at the homeless situation. Same thing. And when they do talk, that's it! I say the same thing here. ALL TALK, NO ACTION. I, TOO WANT MY VEGAS BACK STEVE! ❤😂😢! LOVE AND blessings to you and SWEET CAROLINE. BE SAFE! XOXO ❤❤
I was in vegas over the 4th of July this year, had no issues, but I was staying slightly off the strip. It was me, boyfriend and two little dogs in strollers....I did see some sketchy people, and noticed our elevators to our rooms they had metal detectors. I never felt in danger ever and I was up at 6am walking the dogs around the hotel. I guess I am used to crime living in Los Angeles, it is very sad this is happening to Vegas. I hope they can get a handle on it, you don't want it to become Hollywood, many tourists now avoid Hollywood (more the east section not West Hollywood) now due to the violent crime in the area.......especially when the sun goes down.
If you think the police are letting crime happen for fear of being called "racists" I have some beachfront property here in Dallas to sell you my friend.
Well, I've been planning and dreaming of visiting Vegas for well over 20 years. The most ridiculous thing is that in their inaction to enforce safety and the law is killing their tourism dollars and discouraging visitors from around the globe... Sadly my vegas holiday dream is just that - a dream. I will stick to watching nostalgic videos from back in the day when the city welcomed you and had its own unique vibe before govt greed and politics took over. Sad really 🤷♀️
After also speaking with local law enforcement it appears that downtown Vegas (Fremont), has statistically less crime! It seems more wild down there, but somehow there is a code amongst the homeless and criminals down there..... I find that interesting
I’m heartbroken that Vegas has become just another city with unenforceable laws! When society makes it impossible for those who protect and serve to do their jobs, then you end up with anarchy! I loved my Las Vegas experience and I hope it turns around, but I won’t be coming back until something is done.
Dear Steven, never apologize for honesty that is framed, like yours, from a place of compassion and love. I am a "Vegas Virgin" with hopes of going there but all this is concerning. Law enforcement should take action and arrest the criminals, but I do not want to advocate sanctioned execution of unarmed criminals. My late Father was a policeman, so they need to be trained how to arrest the criminal element and not resort to "shoot first; ask questions later." Even with all his training, he shot and killed a family member in our backyard after an altercation, prior to going on duty, and it almost ruined our family. That is what jails are for.
My sympathies for your loss. That being said, the number of cops that shoot unarmed people is a fraction of the amount that people *think* it is. Body cameras have virtually eliminated the "shoot first ask questions later" type of cop. Finally, remember that "unarmed" doesn't mean that the person isn't a danger to others.
Nothing is being done! It’s hardly only a Las Vegas problem. It’s an American problem. Just about every city, even smaller towns (like Asheville, NC) are experiencing the same social problems - and that’s not only crime, but homelessness, the drug addiction, failing schools, etc. You know as well as I do the list. The United States is NO LONGER the great country I knew growing up back when. The country is done, finished in that regard. I’m lucky I’m old. It’s going to be a rough next ten, twenty, maybe fifty years. I’d say consider emigration. Most the rest of the world is probably worse, but there’s got to be a few good places!
Las Vegas residents had better hope the city doesn’t see a bust as bad as 2009 anytime soon. Given the lawless environment that exists there now, imagine it being much much worse if economic conditions drastically deteriorate.
The decline over last 5 years is what happens when politicians only look out for corporate. I been here 25 years and no longer recognize this city anymore it’s sad and probably moving soon I had enough. Crime rent traffic it goes on and on very sad
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. My wife and I enjoy watching your videos and we also enjoy our time in Vegas. We go there about 5 times a year and we have had our share of uncomfortable experiences but I can’t help but think that the problems in Vegas are the same everywhere. Not that we agree with your easy on crime politicians, we definitely don’t, but it’s a problem everywhere. Although, we do find some cities in Arizona much safer. I wonder why that is. Thanks again from some fellow Canadians
Just my .02 cents. Violence is occurring literally everywhere. LV is NOT an exception. When the haves get more and the have nots are getting even less, this is the result.
I can tell you the problem but most people will be offended which is another problem in itself. It's liberal policy period. Weak on crime and afraid of being called racist as it is certain minority groups committing most crimes around the country including Vegas
I’ve been to Las Vegas about 85 times since 1977 from New Jersey. Luckily I’ve never had a criminal incident in Las Vegas. I do see though where the potential for crime has increased in the present. Time for the casinos which are making record profits to address this negative situation would be in their best interest. Great informative videos, thank you.
Really good video! Just a suggestion/observation; if you are using some kind of sound gate while recording, I would recommend turning it off. Your voice gets cut out randomly at different times throughout the video.
Let me first start off with, is that the worst you have to say about Vegas. Buddy come to Miami South Beach where people are shot just by walking on Ocean Drive, better yet go to the Crime Ridden San Francisco. I been visiting Vegas 3 times a year since 2005 and believe me it is 100% safer then here on South Beach. and on personal note with all the illegal jobs you held in the past doesn't make you a moral compass.
The gap between those that have and those who don't (and those who don't have the intelligence to come up with a plan to get it themselves rightfully and truthfully) is becoming larger. And people too afraid to go after people like Jeff or Elon, so they to after low hanging fruit (the everyday person). If you want safer casinos, travel overseas . Macau, Paris, Australia, Singapore, Europe, many better places than Vegas. Let me leave you with a quote "Fear is a byproduct of ignorance." - Dr. Ray Hagins
I’ve visited Vegas for the last time a few weeks ago. I like to walk the strip early morning but it’s become uncomfortable with so many strung out mentally deranged homeless which you have to watch out for.
yes it's gotten pretty bad. Yesterday's latest where some guy at Caesars grabbed a woman (I guess a domestic violence situation), broke out a window and started throwing stuff out the window like t.v. tables, chairs, etc. down onto the people at the pool area with glass breaking, etc. The area had to be evacuated. They interviewed one couple from Wisconsin who looked kind of dazed by the event and they said they were worried it was a shooting and didn't know exactly what to do. And the news media out here plays a big role in sweeping it under the rug by extreme under reporting of what's going on and the levels of crime here. They barely report it or give a quick little clip of some violent situation. Just like the cops, the media has probably been warned not to talk too much about stuff like this on air....just move along and don't give the city a bad rep. tourists and anyone here need to be very careful and watchful at all times. And now the problem with longer wait times on 911..better know how to protect yourself because the cops won't do it for you.
As a international tourist I probably would never return to Vegas. Too many scammers, homeless and trouble. We would go to other cities in Nevada but Vegas would have to be completely different. Its a shame because its good for revenue, food, shows
I believe that the problem is to many people are scared to be responsible for their own safety especially after the crazy guy shot up the concert. I believe Vegas strong. If more people carried the proper tools for people’s safety and more people stopped voting for politicians that don’t want you to keep yourself and neighbors safe most of these criminals would stop.
The "crazy guy" was located on a high floor of a hotel. Armed citizens would not have stopped him, and they may have ended up harming *more* innocent people. Most young Americans support gun control, or even gun elimination. Biden is expected to win in 2024, so I don't see loosened gun regulations happening anytime soon.
Easy fix……start voting red. Zero debate. Clean house. Insert red only. Cold hard facts. Second, get the Sheriffs to take over law enforcement. Their boss is the Constitution and the people, not politics.
100 percent..............Criminals don't fear the law.....they don't fear being arrested or charged because they know they will have a light sentence if at all and they can go back to being criminals.
Hi Steven After watching the video about Las Vegas, I must agree with you, have been coming here since 1999 twice a year until the year 2021. I cannot believe it since 2018 when I brought some friends with me to show what a great town the strip. I was shocked in 2021. People in CVS just took items and walked out. The homeless were on the sidewalk just lying there, the people on the street, selling alcohol, the girls walking around in these outfits and asking for money, the silly characters that are in the street looking for money, when is the town going to stop this and start enforcing the laws. The laws are to protect everyone. Hotels keep raising prices to compensate for the theft that's going on in town and paying for the homeless. It needs to stop because it will get worse.
Hey there. Thank you so much for the shout out. I got one new subscriber. But since my channel has gained sevetal new subs. I appreciate the kindness from a big channel like yours. Much success to you! 😊
I can remember back in the '90's when my wife aand I would go to Vegas 2 or 3 times a year. We could walk up and down the Strip with drink in one hand and a bucket of coins in the other. Go8ng from one casino to the next just enjoying the good times. THAT Vegas is gone. And it is really sad. We even had a timeshare there right behind the Flamingo and loved going there. We finally got rid of it and haven't been to Vegas in over 4 years. Not likely to return.
I’ve been going to Vegas for more than 25 years. It’s simply not worth it now and safety is one of the reasons. I blame the mayor for allowing all the street performers and not addressing the homeless and vagrants. It just creates more situations where people can get have a negative interaction.
The problem is that once politicians _finally_ start dealing with homeless people, so-called anti-poverty groups will claim "It's a war on the poor". Many news organizations now use the phrase "people experiencing homelessness" rather than "homeless people" or "vagrants". Biased news publishers, big tech censorship and organized political groups (especially if lead by celebrities) can easily stop a politician from getting re-elected.
my post below was made before you told about the police interview. so they OBVIOUSLY know what the problem is. the solution is simple. you put the national guard on the strip, automatic weapons, live ammo, no hesitation to pull. it's tragic what's going on in vegas and all across the country. western civilization is committing suicide over it's insanely misplaced guilt. actually, watching the video a second time i could see that you did the best you could, and did make a statement that would get past trouble for your channel. so good job after all.
100 shootings a weekend in Chicago…..everything is relative. It’s a cake walk in Vegas 6 visits this year for me. If you were in Vegas in the 90s you would see how much more wholesome it is now. Hot dog stands are the new card slappers….
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Hi Steven do you have Never Leaving Las Vegas t shirts all colors and in sizes 3x? Would love to buy some, thank you.
As a Californian, with Midwest roots and morals, I am appalled by the lack of common decency in this country.
I agree- I’m impressed Steven admitted to being a Christian conservative on a TH-cam channel. Correction, CommieTube channel.
PS- I also live in Commiefornia- San Diego.
collapse is unfolding
I've lived in Las Vegas for 30 years fro. Michigan and have been planning on moving back. The city had gotten bigger than my liking. I love LV, but it's time for something new.
Did Jeffrey Dahmer have Midwest morals too?
Thank the soccer mom's
This problem isn't specific to Las Vegas. Many cities are now experiencing a relentless crime wave, driving businesses out. Many of these police departments are woefully understaffed. And what can we expect when the justice system just gives these criminals a slap on the wrist?
Yep. It’s a gangster’s paradise; these big cities and it’s total capitulation by local police forces and prosecutors that refuse to do any prosecuting that are the issue. The same government that won’t protect you wants to take away your guns. If you have to go to Vegas stay in large groups and avoid prostitution and drugs and ppl associated with those things
They have plenty of resources...what they lack are people who love America running things. Instead they are staffed by people who think America is Racist and is in need of a good riot and house cleaning.
All part of the plan. Giant corporations will swoop in and pick up cheap property. They want us to own nothing.
Agree 100 on all you said.
In 1984 when my wife and I got married we visited Las Vegas. We live in Scotland. We loved it so much that we visited the city another 29 times over the following 35 years. Vegas changed a lot in that time, mostly for the best, but latterly tensions rose and lawlessness became more open . To our dismay we had to decide not to come back. You are an exceptional man Steven and your video moved me. Please keep posting and I'll keep watching.
Try visiting Vegas more as a local. I am literally never scared here. Stay at a "locals casino/hotel" like Red Rock. While you're at it, go visit Red Rock Canyon. Check out the beauty of the area instead of staying on The Strip all the time. 99% of people think Vegas is only The Strip, when it really is far more than that.
I am a Californian who has little interest in going to Vegas anymore. Prefer the native American casinos in Coachella Valley - which so far are peaceful and chill. Two points worth discussing - Bukele - the leader of El Salvador has put all gang members in jail and murders and crime has plummeted - why cant we follow this mode. Secondly, I'm surprised that you as a Canadian have not returned to the country. I just returned from British Colombia and amazed how a big city like Vancouver has clean streets, less crime and a higher standard of living. I would much prefer to spend my vacation time in a place like Canada than in a violent cesspool like the Strip.
It is not just Las Vegas is disappearing, America is disappearing. Heartbreaking.
I also miss the days where you walked down the streets of Vegas with your drink in one hand and a bucket of silver dollars in the other, and nobody gave you a second look.
Strip violence has been increasing for years (unfortunately).
Too many white people. The most violent are the old white dudes.
Yes it's getting worse each year😊
As a recently retired police officer of 31 years located in California I can tell you why crime so high in Vegas, however, people are not ready to hear it. I have an ex-partner who did a lateral transfer you Vegas-Metro as approx. 10 years so and he has seen quite an upbeat in crime since COVID. Her told me his take on it and of course I believe everything he said. As a black male raised in Oakland, CA by his mother he's fought to be where he is today and I love this guy more than my brothers but not not than my wife lol. If I needed to hide my family I know he would be here within hours and disappear until safe. My wife and I travel to Vegas twice/yr. for ten days each and on our most recent trip I ordered a pizza (one HELL of a pizza, I can still taste it 😋) butt it was huge. My wife and I don't eat much so after I meet with the delivery guy in the main entrance to the Aria I came across two officers just standing near the entrance and not looking busy. I made contact and small talk then showed them I badge & I.D. because I didn't want to toss the pizza out and knew they wouldn't take any if i wasn't an officer, in which they gladly accepted. We, really they, did most of the talking for approx. 20 mins and covered the office and local government politics and which they gave me their perspectives on why crime is on the rise. It matched my ex-partners nearly verbatim. It's not difficult to see with our own eyes and my watching the daily crime videos on the local news channels. The suspects in nearly all these crimes of unprovoked physical assaults, thefts, robberies (armed & unarmed) petty thefts, hit & runs, DUI's, drug possession, etc., etc , etc., ALL have something in common in Vegas as with in Chicago, Detroit, St. Louis, L.A., Oakland, etc., it's that the suspects are greatly majority black. Across the nation FBI & DOJ Stats show that nine out of ten blacks killed are done so by fellow blacks. But they Demon-cratic leaders refuse to acknowledge that as they also refuse to hold them accountable or serve any hard time. The reason crime jumped to record highs during COVID of because as the casinos, airlines and businesses began opening up again they were trying to draw visitors back and one way was to lower airlines tickets and hotel fees. Thus drawing in crowds that before Covid couldn't afford to fly to Vegas and/or stay in the casinos. They were seeing a rise in crime along with people acting stupid, remember seeing those idiots in videos racing up and down the strip on rented scooters and taking the damn things onto escalations just to get stuck and stop them from working? They were all capable of walking but just wanted to act like fools. Metro saw a rise in drunk in public, fighting on the strip, fine & dash (Defrauding an Inn Keeper), and shootings on the strip whereas they used to be kept away from tourists. THEN let's not forget a larger influx on Resisting Arrest, assault on police officers, obstruction, etc. Then of course when all these arrest of a certain 13% of they population started hitting the need and courts the liberal city leaders gave into "Community Leaders" wanting these criminals not only sent to hard time but to be arrested in the first place.
Before you liberals start screaming and crying racism by ignoring them facts they videos don't lie but also remember most honest black citizens WANT MORE POLICE PRESENCE and black males ages from 17-38 are 48% of murderer victims across the country. These young men are the highest murdered age group with no close 2nd place.
If you truly want to reduce crime you have to acknowledge the problem and have a criminal justice system to freak with those problems. So either hid your head in the Vegas dessert sand and keep voting Democrat or fight crime or better your city and easy of life and vote Republican or Independent and demand criminals need punished for their crimes, just don't wait until it happens to you or someone you care about.
I don’t think it makes sense to blame it all on the AA’s. As a Vegas resident who closely follows recent events; the ethnicities of the perps here are way more balanced compared to other places. Not denying that AA’s may be somewhat over represented in crime based on their share of the population; but you make it seem as if they’re almost all of the perps here or something. Tons and tons of perpetrators of Euro, Latin and Mixed descent as well here
Amen 🙏
It sucks, but it’s true, I just don’t understand what happened in their lives that they resorted to a life of violence. Some of us grew up normal though. 😅
Easier solution. Segregation and right of refusal. Ninjas are the dredge of society world wide. Slave labor camps and chain gangs is the only way they can be productive in society!
It is the truth.
Vegas has gotten expensive and trashy. It doesn’t make sense. I went to vegas 30 years ago and hotels were so cheap. Buffets were so cheap. Now it’s a quick money grab and they won’t do anything about the weed smell or the homeless problem.
Know what’s funny? The day after you posted this, there was a hostage situation at Caesars
Lived here in 1980 and the place (off the Strip) was safe and quaint. Never worried 24/7. Moved back this year and the city clearly has areas to stay clear of, people seem ultra-aggressive, and I keep my head on a swivel. I only go to the Strip when absolutely necessary.
My last trip to Vegas was in April. Stayed on the strip as usual. I've been going to Vegas for about 20 years. Each time I go, it seems a little worse. I currently have no desire to ever go again. With all the places to spend my entertainment money, Vegas is being replaced. I consider gambling entertainment, and always go expecting to lose all of my gambling budget. When I do win, it's a bonus. I'll be giving my money away where I feel safe and appreciated in the future.
I hate to be the guy to say it, but, if you expect to lose your gambling funds, you will. Try to reframe your thinking. "With the right strategy, I will leave the table, a Winner!"
Try it, and, see if it works for you.
Las Vegas has become a city of lawlessness. It’s almost impossible to even get a speeding ticket, they will just move it to “parking” violation once you pay it. You call the police for an emergency, it takes them forever to show up, if they even do at all. The residents of Las Vegas have to protect themselves because either the police won’t do anything, or they use the excuse they’re extremely understaffed. Before moving here, I didn’t know the crime was this bad, and it’s mainly the property crime that I’m alluding to, it’s ridiculous.
Where do you live in Vegas? I have never had a problem with crime here, and I've had problems in other places I've lived (California, Virginia, etc.)
@@AnotherAnotherJosh west side.
@@MichaelInTheDesert Me, too. It's been flawless for us. Zero crime. The neighbors keep an eye out but also respect boundaries. So weird that my experience is so different.
Crime is a national problem and its rising everywhere. While I don't disagree its an increasing issue, 2 things have struck me recently that are the opposite of what you say. I walk the strip almost everyday so I do get a real world sense. 1) when that nutjob from LA murdered the "showgirl" and a tourist on the Strip in broad daylight, I have seen a bigger presence of Metro talking to vagrants early morning and getting them to some kind of help. Its unfortunate it took that event but instead of "sweeping it under the rug" someone decided to do something about it. 2) About 4 months ago I saw an 818 tagger (again, LA gang) hitting various parts of the sidewalks, escalators, and buildings near Fashion mall. Literally the next day (which was Sunday) all the graffiti was gone like you could never tell. So it takes effort because stupid people are relentless.
watch when food and water run out
Nutjob not from LA, he is an illegal immigrant.
Hans Brinker,,,Dutch boy who saves his country by putting his finger in a leaking dike is cute but the WAVE hitting America has barely even started. What is coming is akin to what you see in most neighborhoods on the July 4th...a total collapse of civility. Neighbors (with guests from out of State) bombing others with toxic munitions. Groups terrorizing with intersection takeovers. Hundreds of bikers taking over streets and attacking others simply driving in their way. That sort of behavior is now expanding across all areas of life. Destruction is the Mantra of people under 40. Why? because America is racist of course.
If I had the means I would be buying property miles from any town in the usual Western States so far safe from all this...
Miss the days when the Mob still ran much of Vegas. They would have never allowed this kind of stuff to happen. Remember my first trip in 1985. It was so reasonable....hotels, food, shows, everything. Corporate America got their greedy paws in it.
Yes,murderers pimps and thieves ran Las Vegas better. Bye the way the the children and relatives of the mob called the VICI group, led by Eli Seagal owns most of the strip land. The MOB still runs Vegas they just get the money off the top in RENT
My first trip was in 86 It was still Vegas then. Las vegas is trash now and prices are out of sight.
Same here my first time was 1984 when I hit 21 and stayed at Stardust. I've been to Vegas over 20 times and totally agree with you. I tell my son whose now 22 and he has been to Vegas a number of times and he is very aware of the sick people on the strip. He's already experienced a person harassing him while he's gambling - had to call security or another instance just going to the restroom and getting approached. So many homeless and people with mental illness walking around the strip. You really have to be aware of people all around you.
I've been to Las Vegas over 30 times in the last 10 or so years. I truly enjoy it. What I learned early on was to avoid staying at street level Hotel/Casinos and to stay at destination properties. As much as I like Planet Hollywood, the Paris or the Cromwell, the street element is flowing through these locations making the uninitiated visitor a target.
A property like the Aria is different in that you have to be going there. While not free of problems, the presence of security and their response to problematic non-guests is pretty good, particularly at the pool were you can be very vulnerable.
I've spoke to the police twice on the strip about issues that I've seen. Both instances were years apart. They shrugged it off, and said that they can't really do anything about it, even though it's illegal. However, in my small conservative city, they would be going after people like crazy, and not putting up with any BS. I know Vegas is a bigger city, and they tend to be democratic, or independent. If any laws are going to be enforced with strength, they need to elect a strong conservative mayor to turn the city around. I love Las Vegas also, and i hate what it's turning into.
This doesn't surprise me because there are a lot of incidents that are happening that they don't talk about because they don't want to lose tourism.
That's old news. Las Vegas decided about a decade ago to switch gears and go after people under 40. They were losing older Tourists and Locals for a longtime. As gambling spread to almost every State most people have no real need to visit. So they went full-on EDC, Sports, Rap, Nightclubs, Day Clubs, Beach Parties, Shopping and Panic Rooms. The only gambling really left are Sports Books and slowing Poker. Even five card is now dying off. The growth is Events not gambling.
I think what really scares Hotel management are AIRBnBs. I think there is a real push now to consolidate all the activity to the Strip and downtown completely. Creating a Tourist island of sorts. They would be more than happy to see the local economy go away be my sense.
I see the pain on your face. What you said, 98% of the people agree with you. Punish these criminals HARD. The police cannot do anything without risking there job and civil lawsuits. It’s a joke. I have heard about casino guest being robbed when they are sleeping. They suggested do not put the Do Not Disturb sign on the door. I guess because the criminal will know you are inside or something. Tip: If you go on vacation. Take the vehicle registration and insurance card out of the car. My sister in law was on vacation about an hour from their house. There truck was broken into and the registration was stolen. When they got home there house was burglarized to the max. Their guns, musical instruments and a lot of stuff was stolen. The police said that was very organized.
It been a ride over Niagara Falls in the city I live near also Stephen. People going to the ball games at the stadium find their car windows broken out after the game. Dozens of cars after every game. Kia cars being stolen all over, even in the suburbs during daylight. Many of these cars end up crashing into totally innocent people. And the black on black crime is bad mostly by very young kids well under 18. One cop said we don't even finish the paper work before the kid is back on the street doing it all over again. What can we do about it, elect politicians who promise to address the problem and hope they mean it. (many don't) I remember a time when walking the strip and crime was the furtherest from my mind.
Poor Steven. I remember when he got chased down the Strip by some guy while he was filming. He was yelling, "I gotta get to the fashion show! I'll be safe there!" I was worried about him.
I remember that well.
Woah really?? That sounds like a scary situation
I WAS ON THE TRAM FROM MGM to SAHARA LAST MONTH AND A COP APPROCHED ME AND ASKED IF I WAS ALONE. I SAID YES AND HE POINTED TO A GROUP OF PUNKS STANDING IN THE CORNER OF THE PLATFORM AND TOLD ME THEY WERE WAITNG FOR SOMEBODY LIKE ME. HE SAID THAT THEY WERE FROM OUT OF STATE (CALI) LOOKING TO DO ROBBERIES HERE. DON'T TRAVEL ALONE AFTER DARK HERE. I SAID THANKS FOR THE WARNING.
Wow great warn you instead of actually arresting punks 🤦🏾♂️ great job 5-0
25 to life to Rob in Vegas.Even for a Heisman trophy jacket,hint,O.J.Zetard.
@@philc2460 How can a cop arrest people who haven't actually committed a crime yet?
@@djm5687 ok that's a fair statement, but if he couldn't arrest them, then he had no way of knowing they were actually criminals waiting to rob someone, so at that point he was just profiling. You can't just say those are criminals not knowing if their criminals 🤦
Thank you for making this video. I remember in 2001, 2010, 2017, 2019, and about 6 months ago, when I was in LV. I was not afraid of anything prior to Covid. Since then, when I was there six months ago, that has changed significantly. I can’t walk anywhere. People DO commit violence. It’s sad. 😢
Probably THE BEST video I've seen you post because I noticed the same thing I've been here for over 20 yrs was a headliner in a major casino and even lived on the strip in one of the high rises ON the strip and loved walking to the bellagio fountains to hear time to say good bye almost every night but now I find myself rarely even driving down the strip because it pains me to see what it's become. Never were vagrants and homeless allowed to just lay on top of the banisters in front of the bellagio fountains, security used to get tourists off of there just for sitting while waiting for the show but now it's whatever, and it got worse after we reopened post plandemic, the stimulus money brought out the California hood rats that couldn't afford to stay on the strip it was immediately noticeable but no one says it because no one wants to be called a racist or phobe or be canceled but that's what happened ghetto people brought the ghetto with them and here we are but again no one wants to say it but the truth is the truth and we are living in a time when the truth, biology, and common sense is being attacked so no its not gonna get better sadly and I love this city as much as you do but like a dementia family member it's just a shell of what it once was!!
This is the part that people aren’t supposed to say openly. But you are correct, the hood rats discovered Vegas during “the disease.” Many of them never left and invited all their friends. It’s kind of like what happened to the high desert and the Inland Empire in CA. People moved from L.A. to get to a cheaper cost of living and to get their kids away from the “bad kids.” Well it turned out their kids WERE the bad kids and just brought the problems to another area and ruined it.
It isn't just Vegas. Have you seen the mobs go into Walmart and/or Target and just trash the stores? They just grab baskets full of merchandise and run....no , walk....out the door, and nobody does anything!
Vegas has lost its appeal to my wife and I. We used to come 3 or 4 times a year. It is going on 2 years since we have been back. It is a combination of things but increased bad element has a lot to do with it. Marijuana smell, high prices, low payback percentages and crime have killed the vibe for us.
Oh but tobacco is okay though to stink up the air in a city because that is what you were used to growing up? Rolls eyes. Yeah Americans like to smoke pot. Prohibition did not work for alcohol either. Bet you drink some of that though. Marijuana is legal in over 20 states, so I guess the vibe to go just about anywhere will be killed the way things are trending. Better stay inside on lockdown. Gotta avoid that pesky pot smoke people are inhaling.
"Over fifth people were killed by a sniper in Las Vegas... If that didn't stop tourism, nothing will. Tourist are still going to come no matter what."
The people with money are reduced demographic the scumbags are overtaken the streets
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@@bigweedonly What's...Wat?
We stopped going to Vegas because the crime is out of control not just the strip but on Freemont Street as well.
Fremont is the gettho
There is a hostage situation at Cesar Palace right now. Crazy you have your finger on the pulse.
I went to the strip recently... People cooking food right in the strip now!! That was crazy.
Was it people selling food or tourists cooking their own food? The ridiculous food prices in casino restaurants explains this in either case.
@@sexygeek8996the prices in the casino doesn't give it the right to set up shop in the street. The restaurant owners outside of the casino have to pay for their rent. Not fair to them.
@@cali5215 I didn't say it was right or legal. I just said that the prices in the casinos create opportunities for others to undercut them. They also motivate customers to choose other options like preparing their own food.
@@sexygeek8996 yea, if they do it the legal way and safe way whete you don't get food poisoning. As it is there's alot of illlegal activity going on on the strip. We don't need more.
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Animals will be animals. They wont change.
And that’s why I exercise my rights here in Nevada. I have a concealed carry license. I’ll protect my family and myself at all times.
Always loved your videos on Las Vegas , I was There in 1978 , 1999, 2005 , 2018, 2019 and it sure had changed ! Frank from Alberta Canada
My wife and I have been coming to Vegas since 09. We’ve been celebrating our anniversary every year since but the past couple of years we’ve seen fights and very aggressive people demanding money even on the triple decker bus when a young man was accusing a woman who ran off the bus and security had to intervene. We will be celebrating our 12th wedding anniversary but we will have our head on a swivel more than ever. Stay safe everyone.
Might want to consider staying off strip. Renting a car or Uber. Green Valley Ranch and Red Rock are decent choices. Avoiding the Strip at night is now almost a life saving choice.
@johndough23 Public transportation is still a reasonable choice. If you don't want to be harassed for money, "dress down" and *ignore panhandlers.*
@@djm5687 I think like 2-3 people have been killed on Las Vegas City Buses recently. They must have said not to "give-me five bucks".
@@johndough23 Would you care to share your sources? Many big cities have had crime increases on public transit. It's still relatively safe.
Like it or not, people are *still* voting for politicians who tolerate crime increases.
Hey brother . I found your videos early covid lockdowns and you just popped up in my feed for the first time in awhile. I cannot believe it’s gotten that bad but I’m glad your covering it. I never thought I’d hear you say your done recording and live-streaming the strip. Such a shame!
I think trouble will find you on the strip if you go looking for it. We just spent 6 nights on the strip in Vegas and saw NO violence. Everyone is polite and friendly. Probably because half of them are stoned, but that is OK! You do your Vegas and I’ll do mine! Cheers Steven.
Thank you Stephen!
Thanks for being with me so long verna!
I was in law enforcement for 30 years and I can tell you that proactive policing is not only over in Vegas but its a thing of the past all over the country. This war on proper policing (yes proper policing means you put hands on people) is real and the result is crime, a lot more crime actually. This will not end until it gets “bad enough” and people demand action, not only with their voice but with their vote. Steven, awareness is power. Please keep people aware as to what’s going on in Vegas and when it gets “bad enough” people will demand action. All that being said we’ll be in Vegas this august, to bad there’s no chance to see you walking the strip.
The cops were taught by Saint Floyd that the group that commits the most crime are now untouchable and too risky to interact with. Better to smile and wave until retirement.
@@holdenc3082The real problem was Chauvin, not Floyd.
@@martygras378 Floyd had count them…..8 jail stretches under his belt. That means a minimum of 8 arrests. Put yourself in enough encounters with the police while engaged in criminal activity and don’t be surprised when something goes bad. Maybe don’t be a career scumbag with a weakened heart
high on fentanyl while fighting the cops?
@@martygras378 LOL! You do know FLoyd spent time in prison for robbing a pregnant woman at gunpoint!!!! Floyd was no choir boy!!!!!!!👎
No, we don’t need anymore of that policing. Proactive policing got me pulled out of my Jaguar and harassed for an hour. Proactive policing got me pulled over as a child and harassed by police.
What we need is opportunity for people. Vegas gave $850M in future funding to build Allegiant and giving $400M for the A’s…that’s the problem. That money should be going to improving education and opportunity to residents. Instead it’s going to help a billionaires to get rich heir pet projects built.
The police must enforce the law! They should ask the illegal beer vendors to leave at a minimum. To ignore them is lawlessness.
The leaders would rather have victims of crimes rather than being called racist which in today's woke world is the worst crime of all
The police can only do so much, if the DA doesnt press charges then the arrests are for nothing.
Why? Who cares. People are happy to buy from them on the street for 10% what you'd pay inside I'd you aren't gambling.
@@TylerForan This the trend...who cares.
Unfortunately, cops who merely enforce the law are called "racist" and "hurting the poor".
I have been coming to Vegas since 2007 for vacations and in 2022 I lived and worked there for a short 8 months. It has definitely become dangerous. I remember in 2011 when I was coming to Vegas frequently and always having a great time, never felt in danger. Sad to see the downward spiral Vegas is in. Hope it can rebound and prosper again!
Hopefully many more will learn this situation in Vegas. Just stay away until the city cleans up its act. Add this to inflated prices for everything and now personal safety. Pitiful situation.
Just what I'm thinking.
I would've thought that since Vegas is totally dependent on tourism. The city officials would not go down the same path as San Francisco, Seattle and Portland.
It's hard to fix human-based issues when you think jailing is the solution which it isn't. Need more mental help and less capitalism and people wouldn't need to do crime
@@godjhaka7376 no your ideas like less jail is whats causing this!
@@godjhaka7376 Don't know what capitalism has to do with not wanting to enforce laws.
@@godjhaka7376 Go move to Cuba for the "good life" comrade...I've been there. It's a hell hole.There's near-zero crime because there's nothing to steal and if you get caught, they'll lock you up for 40 years for stealing a loaf of bread. Your idealistic take is ridiculously naive.
Our current capitalist system does not tax the rich. Not effectively. So social programs suffer. So more crazies on the streets. Then since we don't tax the rich they buy up everything forming monopolies. So prices skyrocket. So more people on the streets and more crime.
That problem described by that cop isn’t unique to the Vegas strip… it is happening in cities all over the US. It isn’t safe to be outside in any major city in the US at night anymore.
I agree that lawlessness is the issue. I want everyone arrested for crime, and cash bail as the law. That will solve a lot of issues.
I remember going to Las Vegas in the late 70's and you could go anywhere in the city without fear. That changed to avoiding North Las Vegas in the mid 90's. Then it was the downtown area in the late 90''s, early 2000's. Then it was be careful wherever you go or even in your hotel. I stopped coming to Las Vegas. I used to make a trip to Los Angles and Las Vegas every year. Used to is the operative phrase.
The old part of North Las Vegas is WORSE now than Tijuana. It is a case study on failed Liberal Politics.
Brutally honest, Steven. We can't help but notice Vegas going downhill. Even without your stating the obvious. We love Vegas so much, that we try to ignore the problems.I thought that just Fremont st. was problematic,.We're getting older and it's getting harder to feel at ease in Vegas. Thank you very much,
Feel Vegas' pain......
Exactly the same problems in London with a useless mayor more interested in cycling lanes instead of getting a grip on knife crime! Sad times for two great cities.........
Its nice to see you on You Tube again. I always enjoyed your videos on Las Vegas. I am sorry to hear things in Las Vegas is getting so bad. I haven’t visited in the last few years but in the past never felt afraid to be on the strip or downtown. This is not only a Las Vegas problem. I live in the Philadelphia, PA suburbs and worked and visited things in downtown Philadelphia regularly. However now I do not feel safe even in busy downtown areas. Every night on TV news we here about shootings, assaults and car jacking happening even in the downtown areas during the day. I am now retired and have plenty of time to shop, visit attractions and eat at restaurants. However I now usually do not go into the city anymore and even reconsider going out anywhere due to the increase of these type of incidents happening even in the suburbs. So I agree all regional police forces must have our support enforcing the laws and try to prevent these type of things from happening. Otherwise we will become hermits in our homes watching TV, video feeds on our computers and eating at home and hoping no one tries to break into our houses. Not only Las Vegas but all of America will be the losers.
All this money on the strip and these casinos can’t pay for extra security on the strip. If people stop coming cause it’s to dangerous then they lose more money.
I feel the same about Walmart nowadays
Exactly why I only use Vegas for the airport and vacation in Laughlin. Get off plane..get luggage..shuttle to Laughlin and never spend more than an hour or so in Vegas. It has got scary in Vegas plus the current pricing= fabulous vacation in Laughlin for much, much less and safety!
You hit the nail on the head, Steven. I was there for the 22nd time just a few weeks ago and the difference from just 4 years ago is night and day. Just on this last visit, I saw a fist fight on the pedestrian bridge between Park MGM and Ross during daylight, several prostitutes openly soliciting without worry at the Aria (Gem Bar), 4 Queens security ignore several panhandlers obviously hitting up patrons inside the casino and worst of all, a man who appeared to have been beaten (fairly bad) getting tended to outside of Mon Ami Gabi during the early evening. I do agree things seem worse everywhere than they did 4 years ago, but Vegas seems to be on a whole other planet considering what it was like in 2019 and before. I can recall seeing bike patrols and officers on foot way more often back then compared to now. I probably won't be back for at least a few more years and I'm seriously considering just skipping the Strip and Downtown for either South Point or GVR when I do return.
If you think Vegas is so bad.... You can go to LA or Detroit or Chicago... Or; back to where you came from... Click bait...
The new normal is to accuse others with racism if they don’t like what you’re doing. Thanks for reporting things the way it really is.
Overall, I think Las Vegas is still good. Petty crime will always be in metro areas. As long as we live to tell our story, materialistic things can be replaced. We are moving to Vegas later this year. We ignore the beer vendors, weed hustlers, time share scammers etc. We have noticed more and more prostitutes in ALL the casinos. Security definitely sees it but ignores it. We've also noticed scammers selling fake jewelry and counterfeit Apple products on the casino floors. Definitely becoming a dump but still enjoyable for now.
Crime is not just escalating in Las Vegas, but also here in Edmonton, where it's predominantly driven by drug addiction and a justice system that continually releases repeat offenders on bail. This situation has been particularly exacerbated by federal legislation enacted shortly after Trudeau was elected Prime Minister.
Vegas used to have the solution. It was called the Pinkerton Agency. The city could stay independently clean while the agency made sure it was understood that lawlessness was not welcome or tolerated (except, of course, the Pinkerton's tactics).
I went to the Strat Friday night and there was a murder right outside just before I got there. I noticed a lot cops driving around, which is unusual since there’s usually never more than 1 or 2 anywhere within shouting distance.
Whoa!
I find it interesting that after watching this video, I get the breaking news alert that some guy is holding a woman against her will inside Cesar’s Palace and broke out the window and video shows furniture being thrown out. Too bad that after the 10/1 incident, the police took away all transparency (encrypting radio traffic) and no one can hear what is really occurring on the Strip.
Violent crime is on the rise But robbery is worse also. A guy was caught just recently breaking into hotel rooms while people were sleeping...creepy
Guy "Crime is out of control on the strip!"
Also Guy "I got my start committing crime on the strip"
One of the main issues is that these people are coming from California which has become lawless and they think they can do it here in Vegas. We need the old school Vegas back if you know what I mean.
Yes I agree, I stayed in a hotel recently in Vegas. And you would think that you was in California. Nearly every car had a California license plate. Including mine🤣
Disagree vegas has been very bad , and vegas has had their own gangs , especially off the strip
@@shyballer1 I can agree with you but it just seems like since the influx of crime in LA and SF people have decided that they can extend themselves outside of those areas and try and do it here. Yes there has always been crime here which was kept out of the news so it didn't effect tourism but I just believe in my opinion that more of it is coming from out of state.
@kevinjoseph7443 maybe but I moved from henderson from Cali so did a lot of californians that are Normal , they probably found out about the bad areas in vegas and decided to join in, and this is coming from an ex felon
1988 my husband and I were walking on the strip, a Hooker came right up to him and asked if he wanted to party? ?? I was standing right next to him, it was "Trash" then
Was in Vegas last May. Stayed at The Golden Nugget and did not like downtown at all. Not a fun vibe anymore like it used to have and people are right: it's not just Vegas. Downtown Denver is empty at night because it's definitely not safe. People were shot while celebrating the Nuggets victory a few weeks ago for gods sake. A drug deal gone bad. I avoid downtown Denver no matter what time it is. Just got back from Europe and the contrast in Budapest and Vienna vs US cities is shocking. Huge crowds including families with young kids out in the evenings. Restaurants so packed you can't get reservations. People walking about having a good time and absolutely no fear that someone is going to pull a gun and start shooting. I even took a stroll along the river in Vienna by myself and it was one big party with mostly young people out having a good time with their friends. I felt perfectly safe. I wouldn't do that in a major city in the US on a bet. We've lost something and I don't know how we'll ever get it back.
Down town Vegas is a gettho at best
crime is happening all over the country
Steven, I agree it is getting bad in Vegas. I never, until now, had any problems with getting safely around anywhere in town. I will not travel Vegas alone anymore. I have to have a companion. Age and health issues aside, Vegas is just not what it used to be. It is sad. But, Steven, like a lot of bigger cities, resort cities, they try to sweep the problem under the rug. Look at the homeless situation. Same thing. And when they do talk, that's it! I say the same thing here. ALL TALK, NO ACTION. I, TOO WANT MY VEGAS BACK STEVE! ❤😂😢! LOVE AND blessings to you and SWEET CAROLINE. BE SAFE! XOXO ❤❤
I was in vegas over the 4th of July this year, had no issues, but I was staying slightly off the strip. It was me, boyfriend and two little dogs in strollers....I did see some sketchy people, and noticed our elevators to our rooms they had metal detectors. I never felt in danger ever and I was up at 6am walking the dogs around the hotel. I guess I am used to crime living in Los Angeles, it is very sad this is happening to Vegas. I hope they can get a handle on it, you don't want it to become Hollywood, many tourists now avoid Hollywood (more the east section not West Hollywood) now due to the violent crime in the area.......especially when the sun goes down.
If you think the police are letting crime happen for fear of being called "racists" I have some beachfront property here in Dallas to sell you my friend.
Well, I've been planning and dreaming of visiting Vegas for well over 20 years. The most ridiculous thing is that in their inaction to enforce safety and the law is killing their tourism dollars and discouraging visitors from around the globe... Sadly my vegas holiday dream is just that - a dream. I will stick to watching nostalgic videos from back in the day when the city welcomed you and had its own unique vibe before govt greed and politics took over. Sad really 🤷♀️
After also speaking with local law enforcement it appears that downtown Vegas (Fremont), has statistically less crime! It seems more wild down there, but somehow there is a code amongst the homeless and criminals down there..... I find that interesting
I’m heartbroken that Vegas has become just another city with unenforceable laws! When society makes it impossible for those who protect and serve to do their jobs, then you end up with anarchy! I loved my Las Vegas experience and I hope it turns around, but I won’t be coming back until something is done.
Dear Steven, never apologize for honesty that is framed, like yours, from a place of compassion and love. I am a "Vegas Virgin" with hopes of going there but all this is concerning. Law enforcement should take action and arrest the criminals, but I do not want to advocate sanctioned execution of unarmed criminals. My late Father was a policeman, so they need to be trained how to arrest the criminal element and not resort to "shoot first; ask questions later." Even with all his training, he shot and killed a family member in our backyard after an altercation, prior to going on duty, and it almost ruined our family. That is what jails are for.
My sympathies for your loss. That being said, the number of cops that shoot unarmed people is a fraction of the amount that people *think* it is. Body cameras have virtually eliminated the "shoot first ask questions later" type of cop. Finally, remember that "unarmed" doesn't mean that the person isn't a danger to others.
I moved out of Las Vegas 13 years ago and I have no desire to live there again. If you love Las Vegas, God Bless you man.
Nothing is being done! It’s hardly only a Las Vegas problem. It’s an American problem. Just about every city, even smaller towns (like Asheville, NC) are experiencing the same social problems - and that’s not only crime, but homelessness, the drug addiction, failing schools, etc. You know as well as I do the list. The United States is NO LONGER the great country I knew growing up back when. The country is done, finished in that regard. I’m lucky I’m old. It’s going to be a rough next ten, twenty, maybe fifty years. I’d say consider emigration. Most the rest of the world is probably worse, but there’s got to be a few good places!
Vegas is a toilet.
Been here 45 years. Its horrible
Las Vegas residents had better hope the city doesn’t see a bust as bad as 2009 anytime soon. Given the lawless environment that exists there now, imagine it being much much worse if economic conditions drastically deteriorate.
The decline over last 5 years is what happens when politicians only look out for corporate. I been here 25 years and no longer recognize this city anymore it’s sad and probably moving soon I had enough. Crime rent traffic it goes on and on very sad
Thank you for sharing your experiences with us. My wife and I enjoy watching your videos and we also enjoy our time in Vegas. We go there about 5 times a year and we have had our share of uncomfortable experiences but I can’t help but think that the problems in Vegas are the same everywhere. Not that we agree with your easy on crime politicians, we definitely don’t, but it’s a problem everywhere. Although, we do find some cities in Arizona much safer. I wonder why that is. Thanks again from some fellow Canadians
Steven its time to move buddy. I cant wait to see your streams from the philiipines. God bless
Just my .02 cents. Violence is occurring literally everywhere. LV is NOT an exception. When the haves get more and the have nots are getting even less, this is the result.
I can tell you the problem but most people will be offended which is another problem in itself. It's liberal policy period. Weak on crime and afraid of being called racist as it is certain minority groups committing most crimes around the country including Vegas
I’ve been to Las Vegas about 85 times since 1977 from New Jersey. Luckily I’ve never had a criminal incident in Las Vegas. I do see though where the potential for crime has increased in the present. Time for the casinos which are making record profits to address this negative situation would be in their best interest.
Great informative videos, thank you.
Really good video! Just a suggestion/observation; if you are using some kind of sound gate while recording, I would recommend turning it off. Your voice gets cut out randomly at different times throughout the video.
Let me first start off with, is that the worst you have to say about Vegas. Buddy come to Miami South Beach where people are shot just by walking on Ocean Drive, better yet go to the Crime Ridden San Francisco. I been visiting Vegas 3 times a year since 2005 and believe me it is 100% safer then here on South Beach. and on personal note with all the illegal jobs you held in the past doesn't make you a moral compass.
Nothing will happen because crime is on the move to a new high...
The gap between those that have and those who don't (and those who don't have the intelligence to come up with a plan to get it themselves rightfully and truthfully) is becoming larger. And people too afraid to go after people like Jeff or Elon, so they to after low hanging fruit (the everyday person). If you want safer casinos, travel overseas . Macau, Paris, Australia, Singapore, Europe, many better places than Vegas.
Let me leave you with a quote
"Fear is a byproduct of ignorance."
- Dr. Ray Hagins
I’ve visited Vegas for the last time a few weeks ago. I like to walk the strip early morning but it’s become uncomfortable with so many strung out mentally deranged homeless which you have to watch out for.
yes it's gotten pretty bad. Yesterday's latest where some guy at Caesars grabbed a woman (I guess a domestic violence situation), broke out a window and started throwing stuff out the window like t.v. tables, chairs, etc. down onto the people at the pool area with glass breaking, etc. The area had to be evacuated. They interviewed one couple from Wisconsin who looked kind of dazed by the event and they said they were worried it was a shooting and didn't know exactly what to do. And the news media out here plays a big role in sweeping it under the rug by extreme under reporting of what's going on and the levels of crime here. They barely report it or give a quick little clip of some violent situation. Just like the cops, the media has probably been warned not to talk too much about stuff like this on air....just move along and don't give the city a bad rep. tourists and anyone here need to be very careful and watchful at all times. And now the problem with longer wait times on 911..better know how to protect yourself because the cops won't do it for you.
The governor is in Carson city not Reno last I checked.
As a international tourist I probably would never return to Vegas. Too many scammers, homeless and trouble. We would go to other cities in Nevada but Vegas would have to be completely different. Its a shame because its good for revenue, food, shows
I believe that the problem is to many people are scared to be responsible for their own safety especially after the crazy guy shot up the concert. I believe Vegas strong. If more people carried the proper tools for people’s safety and more people stopped voting for politicians that don’t want you to keep yourself and neighbors safe most of these criminals would stop.
The "crazy guy" was located on a high floor of a hotel. Armed citizens would not have stopped him, and they may have ended up harming *more* innocent people.
Most young Americans support gun control, or even gun elimination. Biden is expected to win in 2024, so I don't see loosened gun regulations happening anytime soon.
Easy fix……start voting red. Zero debate. Clean house. Insert red only. Cold hard facts.
Second, get the Sheriffs to take over law enforcement. Their boss is the Constitution and the people, not politics.
100 percent..............Criminals don't fear the law.....they don't fear being arrested or charged because they know they will have a light sentence if at all and they can go back to being criminals.
Hi Steven
After watching the video about Las Vegas, I must agree with you, have been coming here since 1999 twice a year until the year 2021. I cannot believe it since 2018 when I brought some friends with me to show what a great town the strip.
I was shocked in 2021. People in CVS just took items and walked out. The homeless were on the sidewalk just lying there, the people on the street, selling alcohol, the girls walking around in these outfits and asking for money, the silly characters that are in the street looking for money, when is the town going to stop this and start enforcing the laws. The laws are to protect everyone. Hotels keep raising prices to compensate for the theft that's going on in town and paying for the homeless. It needs to stop because it will get worse.
Hey there. Thank you so much for the shout out. I got one new subscriber. But since my channel has gained sevetal new subs. I appreciate the kindness from a big channel like yours. Much success to you! 😊
I can remember back in the '90's when my wife aand I would go to Vegas 2 or 3 times a year. We could walk up and down the Strip with drink in one hand and a bucket of coins in the other. Go8ng from one casino to the next just enjoying the good times. THAT Vegas is gone. And it is really sad. We even had a timeshare there right behind the Flamingo and loved going there. We finally got rid of it and haven't been to Vegas in over 4 years. Not likely to return.
Really like the giant video ball, unfortunately, Vegas is not safe anymore.
I’ve been going to Vegas for more than 25 years. It’s simply not worth it now and safety is one of the reasons. I blame the mayor for allowing all the street performers and not addressing the homeless and vagrants. It just creates more situations where people can get have a negative interaction.
The problem is that once politicians _finally_ start dealing with homeless people, so-called anti-poverty groups will claim "It's a war on the poor". Many news organizations now use the phrase "people experiencing homelessness" rather than "homeless people" or "vagrants". Biased news publishers, big tech censorship and organized political groups (especially if lead by celebrities) can easily stop a politician from getting re-elected.
my post below was made before you told about the police interview. so they OBVIOUSLY know what the problem is. the solution is simple. you put the national guard on the strip, automatic weapons, live ammo, no hesitation to pull. it's tragic what's going on in vegas and all across the country. western civilization is committing suicide over it's insanely misplaced guilt. actually, watching the video a second time i could see that you did the best you could, and did make a statement that would get past trouble for your channel. so good job after all.
100 shootings a weekend in Chicago…..everything is relative. It’s a cake walk in Vegas 6 visits this year for me. If you were in Vegas in the 90s you would see how much more wholesome it is now. Hot dog stands are the new card slappers….
I’m sorry but Vegas was better when the Mob ran things. Facts!