Female Pedestrian Dies in Las Vegas Hit-and-Run Accident

A female pedestrian died in a Northeast Las Vegas crosswalk. She was hit by a four-door white vehicle that fled the accident scene.

A Las Vegas Metro Police officer stated the fatal pedestrian accident occurred right before 9:00 p.m.

Alleged Reckless Driving and Underage Drinking Contributed to Fatal Car Accident

A teenage driver was arrested for alleged reckless driving while under the influence of alcohol. The 17-year old and another driver were reportedly seen driving at high speeds. Both drivers lost control, causing each of their vehicles to flip resulting in one passenger fatality.

Read more about the fatal car accident in this Las Vegas Sun article: Passenger dies, driver injured in Maryland Parkway.

Teenager Injured Crossing Street to Board School Bus

Crossing the road can be a dangerous task.  It becomes even riskier when a pedestrian or cyclists does not use a crosswalk.  A Las Vegas teenager experienced firsthand just how dangerous it can be when they tried to cross a street, without using a crosswalk, to catch their school bus.

Prior to reaching the school bus the teenager was hit by a car.  The driver was cited for hitting a pedestrian and the teenage student was taken to a local hospital for minor injuries. More details are provided is this Las Vegas Review Journal article: Teen running to bus hit by car.

 

School Bus Accident Injury Attorneys

 

USA Today posted a recent article that listed the following student bus-related accidents and fatalities statistics:

• Approximately 25 million students ride a school bus to and from school.
• There are about 17,000 bus-related injuries nationally each year.
• Each year there are 15-18 school bus-related fatalities.

Parents and guardians can help reduce the chances of their child(ren) being hurt in a bus-related accident by teaching them to be "bus smart."  Bus smart tactics include keeping a safe distance from buses, not horseplaying around a bus, staying in visual eye contact with bus driver before crossing in front of a bus, looking both ways before crossing a street, and staying clear of the bus wheels.

If a child of yours is hurt in a school bus-related accident, it may be within your best interest to contact a personal injury attorney.  During a free consultation they will be able to help determine if you might be entitled to any compensation for any damages and / or injuries your child may have suffered.

After your child is hurt in bus accident, you may contact the Las Vegas personal injury law firm of Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys by calling (702) 877-1500 or by visiting www.glenlerner.com. 

Woman Dies at Scene of I-15 Accident

An early morning minor two-car accident on I-15 turned deadly after one of the two drivers was struck by a third car.  NHP reported that the third vehicle came upon the accident, lost control after hitting road debris and then struck one of the drivers as she should stood outside her vehicle checking for damage.

The 22-year-old female was declared dead at scene. Read the full News 3 story here: Woman in minor I-15 accident killed when 3rd car hits vehicle.

Trike Motorcycle Collides with Las Vegas School Bus

A Friday morning bus ride for Las Vegas students was stopped abruptly when a trike motorcycle collided with the bus on the southwest side of town.  Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) is investigating the accident that resulted in both motorcycle riders being taken to local hospitals for injuries.

NHP reported that the bus was making a left turn when the trike motorcycle collided into the middle of the school bus near the back tire. (Channel 8 News Report: Crash Involving School Bus and Motorcycle)

Two Semi-trucks Collide on Nevada Interstate 15

Aside from creating traffic delays, semi-truck accidents can be some of the worst vehicle accidents on any Nevada roadway. Luckily, a recent semi-truck crash that occurred on Interstate 15 only resulted in minor injuries and 25 gallons of spilled diesel fuel on the interstate.

The cause of the accident was under investigation by Nevada State Troopers. Read more about this semi-truck accident in this Las Vegas Sun article: Semitrailer Crashes, Rolls on Interstate 15.

73-Year-Old Man Dies in Las Vegas Motorcycle Accident

A Las Vegas motorcycle ride turned deadly for a 73-year-old man. He was reported to have been driving down the road when a vehicle turned in front of him resulting in a fatal collision.

The blocked area was reopened to traffic approximately five hours after the motorcycle accident. (Source: Las Vegas Sun.)

Glen Lerner Motorcycle Accident Injury Attorneys

Over 80% of motorcycle accidents end with the rider injured or dead. If you or a loved one has been involved in a motorcycle accident, it is crucial that you hire a qualified motorcycle accident attorney immediately. The attorney will be able to help take care of your personal injury or wrongful death case.

Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys are qualified to assist you with a Las Vegas motorcycle accident injury claim. Call (702) 877-1500 or toll-free 1-800-GET-GLEN (1-800-437-4536) to schedule a free case consultation. You may also visit www.glenlerner.com today and submit an online case review form 24 / 7.

Las Vegas Red Light Runner Dies in Accident

Running a red light can have fatal consequences.  Such an occurrence took place in Las Vegas Thursday evening accident which ended with one person dead on the scene and another taken to a local hospital.

This vehicular accident is the 63rd traffic-related death in the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Departments (LVMPD) jurisdiction for 2013.(Source: Channel 8 News Now - Driver Dies After Running Red Light in Las Vegas)

Las Vegas Car Accident Attorneys

If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a car accident caused by a person running a red light, please feel free to contact the Las Vegas car accident attorneys at Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys.  Call (702) 877-1500 or submit an online case review at www.glenlerner.com today for help after an accident.

Nevada Interstate 15 Traffic Incident Ends with Shooting

There are many road hazards that drivers on long-stretches of interstate highways may experience: slick or dangerous road conditions, tire blowouts, car accidents and extreme weather. Another is other aggressive and possibly dangerous drivers.  Recent travelers driving to Las Vegas from California were victims of an aggressively violent traffic incident off of an Interstate 15 (I-15) exit.

As stated in a Las Vegas Review Journal article, one vehicle was seen tailgating another on I-15.  The driver who was being tailgated exited the highway, parked at a gas station and then they, and one of their passengers, got out of their vehicle.  The driver of the second vehicle followed them off the highway, got out of his vehicle, shot the passenger in the abdomen and then left the scene.

The driver who fled was located and apprehended at a Las Vegas hotel within hours of the violent traffic incident off I-15 in Primm, Nevada.

Safety Tips on How to Handle Aggressive Drivers

You and your love ones may at some point come across aggressive and / or dangerous drivers on a highway or local street. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration provides the following safety tips on how to handle a confrontation with an aggressive driver:

• Make every attempt to get out of the aggressive drivers way.
• Do not challenge them by speeding up or attempting to hold-your-own in your travel lane. 
• Wear your seat belt. It will protect you in case their is a crash or if you have to make an abrupt driving maneuver. 
• Avoid eye contact.
• Ignore hand gestures and refuse to return them.
• Report aggressive drivers to authorities when you can safely do so. 
 

Las Vegas Interstate Traffic Incident Lawyers

If you or a loved one are injured in an accident due to an aggressive and / or dangerous act of another, we strongly encourage you to contact a personal injury attorney as soon as possible. You can contact Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys night or day by calling 702-877-1500, toll free at 1-800-GET-GLEN (1-800-438-4536) or through an online review form at Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys - Interstate Traffic Accident Lawyers.When you've been hurt, we are here to help 24 / 7.

Las Vegas Car Wreck Injures Fives

Unfortunately there was another example of a possible DUI related car wreck in Las Vegas today. The seven-car wreck was initiated after the driver, who is under suspicion of driving under the influence, hit another vehicle head-on. (Read more in this Channel 8 News Now news brief: Desert Inn Closed Due to a 7-car Crash.)

DUI related car accidents can occur at any time throughout the day. The previously mentioned multi-car wreck took place at 2:00 p.m in the afternoon.

24 / 7 Free Personal Injury Car Wreck Consultations

No matter what time of the day or night a personal injury accident occurs, the Las Vegas car wreck personal injury law firm of Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys is available for a free consultation. Please call us day or night at (702) 877-1500. We are here to help you or a loved one after you've been hurt in a wreck.

Eight Injured in North Las Vegas Pedestrian Accident

Pedestrian accidents occur all too frequently. However, it's not usual for a large group of people to be run down all at once. On a Thursday night in North Las Vegas, an 18-year-old female drove into a group of eight pedestrians who were attempting to cross Losee Road. Victims injured in the North Las Vegas pedestrian accident aged from 15 - 57 years old.

The driver came to a complete stop after she crashed into a piece of construction equipment. She then got out of the damaged vehicle and fled on foot. North Las Vegas Police were able to catch and detain the fleeing female. (Read more in this Las Vegas Sun news article.)

Las Vegas Man Changing Tire Hit by Suspected Drunk Driver

Whenever you have to change a tire on a busy road there is the possibility of being hit by a passing vehicle. The odds increase when a drunk driver is added into the equation.

Odds were not in a Las Vegas mans favor when an alleged drunk driver struck him while he attempted to change his truck's tire while parked on the side of the road. The accident injury victim was taken to a local hospital for care; his truck was mangled and towed away, never to be driven again. (Read more in this Channel 3 News brief: DUI-related crashes continue to plague Las Vegas roads.)

Person Killed in Pedestrian Accident on Las Vegas Boulevard

A Las Vegas pedestrian accident may be the result of a distracted driver or a distracted walker. To help reduce the chances of pedestrian accidents occurring, both drivers and walkers need to always be on the look out for the other.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is still looking into a pedestrian accident that ended with one person dead after they were hit by a bus on Las Vegas Boulevard. (Read Las Vegas Sun article for more details.) 

Contact a Glen Lerner Pedestrian Accident Injury Attorney

If you or a loved one is hurt or killed in a pedestrian accident at no fault of your own, you should contact an experienced personal injury attorney in Las Vegas.  An injury lawyer will be able to review your accident and provide consultation on what you should do next. 

Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys has been assisting pedestrian accident injury victims in Las Vegas for over 10 years. Schedule a free consultation today. Call (702) 877-1500 or submit an online case review form at glenlerner.com.

SUV Driver Struck Bicyclist then Fled Scene of Accident

A 46-year old bicyclist was injured after the driver of a SUV hit him and then fled the scene of the accident. The cyclist did not experience life-threatening injuries.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) is still searching for the driver of this hit-and-run accident. Read more in the News 3 report: Metro seeks driver of SUV suspected in hit-and-run.

Las Vegas Hit-And-Run Attorneys - Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys 

If you or a loved one have been hurt in a hit-and-run accident, contact a Las Vegas Injury Attorney for help. Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys are ready to fight for you! Schedule a free consultation today by calling (702) 877-1500 or by submitting an online form at glenlerner.com.

Rural Stretches of U.S. 50 in Nevada see Increase of Law Enforcement

Long, rural and desolate stretches of U.S. Highway 50 that run through central Nevada will see an increase of law enforcement agents through August 2, 2013. Unsafe driving practices these agencies are focusing on include:

• Speeding
• Distracted driving
• Texting while driving
• Unsafe lane changes
• Talking on a phone without the assistance of a hands-free device

So far this year the Nevada Department of Transportation has reported 143 Traffic Fatalities on Nevada roads.

Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys - Highway Accident Injury Lawyers

If you or a loved one are injured in an accident on a highway, we suggest that you contact a personal injury law firm, such as Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys for assistance. For more information visit about the Nevada personal injury law offices of Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys visit www.glenlener.com.

SUV Hits Person in Las Vegas Pedestrian Accident

A Las Vegas pedestrian was injured and transported to a local hospital after they were hit by an SUV.
The Las Vegas pedestrian accident occurred near Maryland Parkway and Sierra Vista Drive.

According to a police statement the pedestrian did not sustain life-threatening injuries. More details may be read in this Las Vegas Sun article: Pedestrian in hospital after being hit by SUV.

Glen Lerner Las Vegas Pedestrian Accident Injury Attorneys

The Las Vegas pedestrian accident attorneys at Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys can help you or a loved one after you've been injured in a pedestrian accident. Call (702) 877-1500 to schedule a free consultation or submit an online review form at www.glen.lerner.com today. Our Las Vegas pedestrian accident injury attorneys are here to help!

One Person Flees and Three Others Injured after Multi-Vehicle Las Vegas Crash

Three people were taken to a local hospital after a four car accident on the Las Vegas Strip. The driver who caused the chain reaction vehicle accident fled the scene.

Las Vegas Sun report (http://bit.ly/12WczeM) that Las Vegas Metro's Accident Investigation Section was investigating the crash.

63-year-old Killed in DUI-related Pedestrian Accident

A 26-year-old male faces criminal charges for suspicion of driving while under the influence of drugs and / or alcohol after a fatal pedestrian accident. Reports state that a 63-year old Las Vegas man was standing on the side of the road prior to being hit and fatally injured.

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is still investigating the accident that occurred Sunday evening. Find out more details in this KNSV, News 3 story: Pedestrian struck, killed on Spring Mountain; driver arrested.

1-15 Tractor-Trailer Roll Over Accident Injures Two

A tractor-trailer heading southbound on Interstate 15 (I-15) rolled over resulting in traffic delays and leaving two motorists injured. According to the Nevada Highway Patrol, after the tractor-trailer rolled into the center median it spilled debris onto the road blocking traffic.

The two motorists who were injured as a result of the tractor-trailer roll over were transported to a local hospital for their injuries. Read more in this Channel 3 news brief: Two injured after tractor-trailer rolls over on I-15 in Moapa.

Man Flees Fatal North Las Vegas Car Crash

Two people were injured and one died after a car crash in North Las Vegas. A fourth person left the scene on foot.

The North Las Vegas car crash is still under investigation. Read more in this Las Vegas Sun news article: Woman killed in North Las Vegas car crash.

North Las Vegas Fatal Car Crash Attorneys

Minor North Las Vegas car crashes occur on a daily basis. Fatal car collisions do not. When you are injured or a loved one is killed in a fatal car wreck, you need to contact a personal injury attorney.

Glen Lerner Injury Attorneys has been representing North Las Vegans who have been hurt in car crashes for over 20 years. Please contact us by calling (702) 877-1500 or by submitting an online form at www.glenlerner.com today. Our car crash attorneys are here to help.

Las Vegas Bicyclist Dies after Collision with Tractor-trailer

A 35-year-old male bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene after a fatal collision with a tractor-trailer truck.  Nevada Highway Patrol stated that the bicyclist fell under the large truck as the driver attempted to pass him.

Nevada Highway Patrol are investigating the fatal bicycle collision that occurred on South Las Vegas Boulevard. For more details, read this KLAS TV-8 news brief: NHP Investigates Fatal Crash Involving Bicyclist.

One Fatality and Two Injured After Three-car Crash on Nevada Highway

A 23-year-old female driver crashed into a parked tow-truck that was parked and loading another vehicle on the shoulder of U.S. 95. After she hit the tow-truck she swerved back in to traffic and crashed into another vehicle.   

The three-car crash ended with one fatality and the transportation of two people to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.  Read more in this Las Vegas Sun news story: Woman dies after hitting parked tow truck on U.S. 95 in Henderson

Two People were Injured in Three-Alarm Las Vegas Apartment Fire

(June 17, 2013) Las Vegas, NV -- An apartment fire in Las Vegas, Nevada displaced 70 people and caused an estimated $300,000 in damage to the 24 unit, three story apartment building. Two residents were injured during their escape of the burning building.

Las Vegas Fire & Rescue were able to bring the apartment fire under control in 90 minutes. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Read more in this KTNV, Channel 13 news article: 70 residents displaced by large fire at Encantada Apartments.

Las Vegas DUI Crash Kills Father and Injures 2-year-old Child

A 26-year-old female in Las Vegas, Nevada got behind the wheel of a Hummer after drinking alcohol and taking Xanax. Her decision to drive impaired resulted in a fatal DUI car crash that killed a father and injured his son.

The female driver now faces trial for the criminal DUI charges placed against her. Read more in this Las Vegas Review Journal news brief: Stripper to stand trial in fatal DUI crash.

One Person Killed After a Multi-car Accident in Northern Nevada

A northern Nevada freeway turns into a jumbled scene of crushed metal and personal injuries after a 27-car pileup stacks up on Interstate 80 (I-80) just outside Winnemuca, Nevada. One person was killed and many others were injured as a result of the major Nevada multi-car accident.

Poor weather conditions are blamed for the I-80 multi-car accident. Read more details in this Las Vegas Review Journal article: Sandstorm causes 27-car pileup near Winnemucca.

Lake Mead boater pulled over for suspicion of OUI arrested

A female boater was arrested for operating a boat while under the influence at Lake Mead NRA this past Friday. She was given a sobriety field test after a Lake Mead game warden noticed she was having difficulty docking her boat and appeared to be intoxicated.

The field test showed that the female was over the legal limit for alcohol. Read more in this Las Vegas Sun news brief: Brockovich-Ellis accused of boating while intoxicated on Lake Mead.

Hit-and-Run on Las Vegas Highway Caused by Domestic Dispute

U.S. 95 was temporarily closed as a result of a domestic dispute.  A male in his 20's ran from the accident scene after he rammed his vehicle into one car and hit two others.

The Nevada Highway Patrol closed one lane after the hit-and-run accident occurred. Read more in this Las Vegas Sun news brief: Couple’s spat plays out in ‘hit-and-run’ on U.S. 95.

Las Vegas Car and Motorcyle Wreck Results in Head Trauma

(June 5, 2013) Las Vegas -- A Tuesday evening motorcycle ride comes to an abrupt stop due to a car and motorcycle wreck. The motorcyclist was rushed to a local Las Vegas hospital with a severe head injury.

There were no reports of the other driver suffering injuries. Read more in this Channel 8, News Now news brief: Motorcyclist in Critical Condition After Wreck.

Diver Dies in Accident at Lake Mead NRA

(June 3, 2013) Las Vegas -- A Las Vegas man was pronounced dead over the weekend after a fatal scuba accident at Lake Mead National Recreation Area in Southern Nevada. The 52-year-old man surfaced after a dive unresponsive and was non-responsive to CPR.

His identity was verified and released today by the Clark County Coroner's Office. Read more about the scuba diving accident in this Las Vegas Sun news brief: Scuba accident victim was local real estate broker.

Nevada Interstate Closed Near Nevada / Arizona Border

Interstate 15 (I-15) was closed today near the state border between Nevada and Arizona due to a serious car accident. The Arizona Department of Transportation reported that the freeway was reopened around 2:00 p.m. that same afternoon.

Tractor-trailer Spills Fuel Causing Road Closures on Nevada I-15

Las Vegas, NV. (May 30, 2013) -- A tractor-trailer accident on Nevada I-15 shutdown two lanes near the Sahara Avenue exit earlier this morning. Lanes were reopened a few hours later after a crew was able to clean-up a fuel spill that resulted from the accident.

Read more about the tractor-trailer accident via this Las Vegas Review Journal news brief: Fuel spill closes part of Interstate 15.

Nevada Traffic Fatalities Count at 108

Las Vegas, Nevada (May 29, 2013) -- The Nevada Department of Transportation is promoting a "Zero Fatalities" safe roads program to help reduce the number of  Nevada traffic fatalities in 2013.  There were an estimated 258 traffic fatalities that occurred on Nevada roads in 2012.

As of today, there have been 108 Nevada traffic fatalities.  Motorist are being asked to do their part to help keep this number from increasing by: focusing on the road, clicking your seat belt, watching out for pedestrians, stopping on red, and not driving impaired or distracted.

Nevada I-15 weekend lane closure after driver collides into NHP vehicle

A Nevada Highway Patrol trooper and a driver who was believed to be under the influence of alcohol, were sent to the hospital after their cars collided on I-15 over the weekend. The impact from the vehicle collision caused both cars to spin out and resulted in multiple lane closures.

Both drivers were released from medical care later in the day.  Read this Las Vegas Sun article for more details: Driver arrested on DUI count after crashing into trooper’s car on I-15.

Work Vehicle Crashes into Sedan on Nevada I-15 Resulting in Traffic Delays and Injuries

The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) states that a 28-year-old male driver was traveling southbound on I-15 when a commercial truck slammed into the back of his sedan.  Both drivers were taken to University Medical Center (UMC) for injuries as a result of the early morning freeway vehicle crash at Blue Diamond Road.

Two of the four-lane freeway were closed while NHP investigated the early morning vehicle crash.  Read more about the Nevada I-15 car crash in this Las Vegas Sun news brief: Crash snarls I-15 freeway south of Las Vegas.

Henderson woman struck by semi-truck died from fatal injuries

A 37-year-old Henderson, Nevada woman died from fatal injuries received after she was struck by a semi-truck.  According to the Nevada Highway Patrol she was walking southbound along U.S. 95 when she was hit.

The female pedestrian died at Sunrise Hospital in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Read more about the fatal truck accident in this Action News Channel 13 news brief: Henderson woman struck, killed while walking on U.S. 95.

One of the deadliest weeks for teenage car accidents in Las Vegas

The end of the school year in Las Vegas Valley schools marks the beginning of increased risks for summer teenage auto accidents.  Contributing factors to this increased time of risk include Memorial Day weekend and graduation parties.

Parents are encouraged to enforce stricter driving rules for their teen drivers to promote safer driving habits and to help reduce teen related car accidents. Teens are encouraged to avoid distractions while driving, follow traffic laws and avoid speeding. Learn more in this Channel 8 News Now report: Teens Urged to Take Care on Valley Roads.

Nevada I-15 head-on car crash results in three dead and four injured

A driver heading northbound in the southbound lanes on Nevada I-15 near North Las Vegas collided head-on with another vehicle. The head-on car crash resulted in one passenger and both drivers being killed.

The other four passengers of the vehicle headed in the correct direction were taken to a local hospital for injuries.  Read more in this Las Vegas Review Journal article: Three killed in I-15 head-on crash identified.

Las Vegas good samaritan critically injured on U.S. 95 attempting to help others

A Las Vegas man was critically injured on U.S. 95 this morning as he attempted to assist others in a two-car accident. Nevada Highway Patrol reported that the man had gotten out of his car to help with the Las Vegas car accident when he was struck by another vehicle.

The driver of the other vehicle fled the scene and was later apprehended and arrested for felony hit-and-run. Read more in this Channel 8 news brief: Car Strikes, Injures Man on U.S. 95.

Las Vegas father uses garden hose to try to extinguish house fire

A sleeping family of six were alerted to their home being on fire when a passerby used their car horn to alert them of danger. The northwest Las Vegas home was left uninhabitable by the fire leaving the family homeless.

Las Vegas Fire and Rescue were able to put the house fire out in 30 minutes; no one was injured.  Read more about the house fire in this Las Vegas Review Journal article: Early morning fire in northwest Las Vegas Valley displaces six.

Las Vegas House Fire Starts in Kitchen

A kitchen fire in Las Vegas, NV, causes $75,000 worth of damage. LV Fire fighters were able to contain the stove top fire quickly.

Two children and two adults are receiving assistance from the American Red Cross Disaster Action Team after the house fire. More information and photo provided by News 3 here: Four displaced after kitchen fire near Sahara, Valley View.

One teenager killed and one left critically injured in Mother's Day car wreck

Early Mother's Day car wreck results in one teenager dead and another with critical injuries after a traffic collision in North Las Vegas.  Officers arrested an 18-year-old male for failure to use due care and failure to obey traffic control devices.  Evidence found at the scene suggests that the at-fault driver ran a stop sign before colliding with the other vehicle.

Alcohol and speed are believed to be contributing factors of the fatal North Las Vegas car wreck. Read full Las Vegas Sun article here: Police: Alcohol and speed are factors in fatal North Las Vegas collision.

Reckless driving may have caused deadly I-15 rollover

A fatal rollover accident involving a pick-up truck closed southbound traffic on I-15 near Sloan, Nevada, for a few hours this morning. The truck is reported to have been traveling northbound when it crossed the center median into southbound traffic, rolled and ejected the 21-year-old male driver.

The driver was pronounced dead at the scene by Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP). The cause of the accident is under investigation, but preliminary reports state that a mix of reckless driving and no seat belt may have contributed to the deadly one vehicle wreck. Read full News 3 report here: Southbound I-15 re-opened after morning fatal rollover.

Las Vegas Tourist Hit by Motorcycle was Critically Injured

A Las Vegas tourist from San Angelo, TX, was critically injured after he was hit by a 21-year-old male motorcyclist while he attempted to cross Flamingo Road a few blocks east of the Las Vegas Strip. The pedestrian was outside of a marked crosswalk when he was hit around 3 a.m. on May 8, 2013. The motorcycle rider was thrown from his bike after impact.

Both men were taken to United Medical Center.  Another pedestrian and vehicle related accident had been reported a few hours earlier. View Channel 13 clip here: Motorcycle hits pedestrian near Las Vegas Strip.

Wheelchair Rider Fatality is 41st Traffic-Related Death in 2013 for LV Metro PD

Tragedy strikes the southwest valley of Las Vegas after a 56-year-old man was hit by a driver as he attempted to cross an intersection in his motorized wheelchair.  Reports state that another vehicle had stopped to let the man cross and that the driver of a Chrysler 300 kept going and collided with him.

The Las Vegas man died six hours later from fatal injuries.  The collision is still under investigation. Read full Channel 3 news report here:  Man in motorized wheelchair hit by car dies at UMC.

Wrong-Way Car Crash on Nevada Highway Results in 4 Fatalities

Less than two hours before midnight on Sunday four people lost their lives in a head-on car crash on U.S. 95, about 90 miles north of Las Vegas. Both vehicles caught fire making it difficult for authorities to identify the driver of the Buick and the three victims of the van they hit.

Reports state the van was heading south when they were hit by the Buick that was traveling northbound towards them. Read more in the Las Vegas Sun recap here: Four Killed when Wrong-way Driver Crashes into Van.

Fatal Single-Car Accident in North Las Vegas

An early morning car accident in North Las Vegas resulted in one death and a serious injury.  The 22-year-old female driver was thrown from the car and rushed to UMC with severe injuries. The 23-year-old male passenger was killed.

After hitting a large tree and then a light pole, the car was split into two pieces; police say alcohol may have been involved. See the full Channel 8 news report here: Fatal Crash in North Las Vegas.

Nevada Woman was Killed in Backyard after Wolf Dog Attack

A Pahrump, Nevada woman was killed in 2007 after she walked into her son's backyard and was attacked by eight hybrid wolf/dog.  Although these hybrid dogs are legal to own in Pahrump, wildlife experts have stated they are still part wolf and therefore may be more unpredictable and potentially more aggressive by nature.  

Read full Channel 8 news story here: Pahrump Woman Dies After Attack by 8 Wolf Hybrids

Driver of Multi-Car Accident in front of Las Vegas College Fled Scene

Driver of a stolen Silver Volkswagen caused a multi-car accident in front of UNLV and then fled the scene. According to an article released by The Rebel Yell, no significant injuries were reported.

Read full article here: Stolen car ditched in front of UNLV after multi-car crash

Girl Burned in Parking Lot from Las Vegas Apartment Fire

A young girl was burned by an ember that landed on her forearm as she watched firefighters put out an apartment complex fire caused by a Las Vegas man. The 53-year-old male was charged with first-degree arson that also resulted in mostly external damage to four units.

Read full LVRJ news article here: Man charged with arson in apartment building fire

Las Vegas Bicyclist Critically Injured on Las Vegas Strip

A 58-year-old man was struck by a vehicle and critically injured.  The accident occurred on the Las Vegas Strip after midnight when overall visibility conditions are generally lower.  

Read full Channel 8 report here:  Car Strikes Bicycle on Las Vegas Boulevard.

Man Fatally Injured after Rear-Ended by Drunk Driver

A man was killed in North Las Vegas after a 27-year-old female, who was driving under the influence of alcohol, collided with the back of his vehicle causing him to crash into a light pole.

Read more about this Las Vegas Sun article here: Man dies as a result of DUI-related accident in North Las Vegas