Laughlin, Nevada

Laughlin is a census-designated place located in Clark County, Nevada. As of the 2000 census, the CDP had a total population of 7,076. Laughlin is located on the Colorado River 94 miles (152.3 km) south of Las Vegas. Directly across the river from Laughlin is Bullhead City, Arizona.

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Census-designated place - Clark County, Nevada - 2000 - Colorado River - Bullhead City, Arizona

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After Las Vegas and Reno, Laughlin is the third most visited casino and resort destination in Nevada. The town is named for founder Don Laughlin, a Minnesota native who owns the Riverside Resort and Casino. In April 2002, Laughlin was the scene of the River Run Riot, a major fight between two rival California motorcycle gangs, the Hells Angels and the Mongols. Between 70 and 100 gang members were involved in the violence which resulted in three deaths and multiple gunshot and knife injuries.

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Las Vegas - Reno - Casino - Resort - Nevada - Don Laughlin - Minnesota - River Run Riot - California - Motorcycle gang - Hells Angels

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