At least two people have been killed and more than 70 injured after a mass shooting at a Las Vegas music concert. 

US Police have said one suspect is down after a mass shooting on the Las Vegas strip killed two and injured dozens.

The Herald:

An officer confirmed one suspect was 'down' after police evacuted the area around the Mandalay Bay Casino where a country music festival was taking place. 

At least 12 people are reported to be in critical condition after a shower of bullets rained down on the crowd. 

The Herald:

University Medical Centre spokeswoman Danita Cohen said 26 people had been admitted to the hospital. 

Part of the Vegas strip has been shut down while emergency services attend the scene. 

A police officer takes cover behind a police vehicle during a shooting near the Mandalay Bay resort and casino on the Las Vegas Strip (John Locher/AP)A police officer takes cover behind a police vehicle during a shooting near the Mandalay Bay resort and casino on the Las Vegas Strip (John Locher/AP)