Reno, NV (February 24, 2024) - At least one person suffered injuries following a car crash in the Reno area on Saturday, February 24. That morning at around 9:20 a.m., emergency crews were dispatched to the scene on NV-648 near Mill Street. All lanes were closed on the highway as a result of the crash.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, and emergency crews were quickly dispatched to render the necessary medical aid. The extent and number of the related damages have not yet been determined. The crash victims were later transported to local hospitals for additional support.
Authorities advised motorists to avoid the scene and to prepare for significant delays while emergency crews were present. No additional information on the crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the crash is being managed by local law enforcement officials, and more updates will be provided as it continues.
Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Distracted Auto Accidents in Nevada
The road is a dangerous place for Nevada residents, and car crashes continue to be the leading cause of death and serious injury in the state. More and more serious car accidents are taking place each year in Nevada. 2022 was one of the deadliest years on record in the state. That year, there were 352 fatal auto accidents resulting in 382 deaths in total in the Silver State. Clark and Washoe counties were the sites of the majority of these accidents. As the roads continue to become more dangerous, you need to be sure that you can make a full recovery by partnering with a qualified car crash lawyer in Nevada.
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The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you protect your rights after a serious auto accident. We believe that innocent victims should not be held responsible for the actions of a reckless driver. Our Reno personal injury lawyers are here to help you pursue a claim for compensation in order to protect your right to a full and fair recovery. Contact our law offices today at 775-227-2280 to discuss your case with a trained attorney. We will be able to answer any questions that you may have during a free consultation, and when you work with us, you know your case is in good hands.