Reno, NV (April 19, 2024) - At least one person was hurt after an auto accident in the Reno area on Thursday, April 18. The collision took place at the crossing of S. Virginia Street and E. Plumb Lane that night around 6:35 p.m. Emergency crews were dispatched to render aid to the involved parties.
The severity and number of the resulting injuries have not been determined. The crash victims were provided aid by attending medical personnel. Those requiring further treatment were later transported to local hospitals for further support. The circumstances leading to the crash have not been determined. No further information is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Driving Accidents in Nevada
Distracted driving has emerged as one of the main factors contributing to catastrophic auto accidents nationwide. Nevada is no exception. Driver attention was a factor in 63 fatal collisions in the state during a recent four-year study, with statistics showing that Clark County has the highest rate of distracted driver crashes in the state. More than half of deadly distracted driving crashes occur in urban areas, and each year, distracted driving results in over 3,000 fatalities and hundreds more serious injuries in the United States. When you are distracted, you will have your eyes off the road nearly 10 percent of the time, and you can travel the entire length of a football field in the time it takes to send a single text while traveling at highway speeds. Unfortunately, despite these known risks, many drivers across the country continue to engage in similar types of reckless behavior behind the wheel, greatly increasing the risk of a sudden crash. After being hurt in a crash, you will likely want to do anything you can to maximize your recovery. It is always in your best interests to go to a trusted healthcare professional to get checked out. This way, you can be sure to understand the full extent of your injuries and how they will impact the rest of your life.
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