Las Vegas, NV (January 30, 2024) - On Sunday, January 28, a deadly hit-and-run accident was reported in the Las Vegas area. The deadly collision took place at the corner of Lake Mead Boulevard and Tonopah Drive near Martin Luther King Boulevard. Local reports indicated that a driver was headed eastbound at a high rate of speed when it ran a red light at the intersection.
The driver hit a pedestrian that was attempting to cross the roadway. The at-fault motorist proceeded to flee the scene without rendering aid to the involved parties. The injured pedestrian sustained fatal injuries and was later pronounced dead by responding medical personnel.
No other injuries were reported in the crash. Local authorities are currently seeking information about the at-fault driver and suspect vehicle. No further information has been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in the hands of local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Nevada Deadly Hit-&-Run Accidents
When a driver flees the scene of a serious crash, they are committing a crime. This leaves the victim unable to get the care they need to recover. Unfortunately, the majority of fatal hit-and-runs involve pedestrians and cyclists, making up nearly 68 percent of hit-and-run deaths nationwide. Nearly 5 percent of roadway deaths involve drivers who flee the scene, and the number of fatal hit-and-run accidents increased by nearly 48.7 percent from 2012 to 2021. An estimated four million people were involved in hit-and-runs nationwide from 2015 to 2019.
It is never easy to lose someone you care about. It is often even harder to handle knowing the death was caused by someone's reckless behavior. It can be difficult to take account of your situation during this difficult time, and many families often put off taking legal action. It can be difficult enough to deal with the loss following a fatal crash. The last thing people want to think about is having to deal with a wrongful death lawsuit on top of it all. However, you need to be sure that you can protect your legal rights.
There is always so much on the line after someone is killed in a pedestrian crash. The wrongful death claim process is notoriously complex. You need to partner with a skilled lawyer to make sure you can start your case on the best footing. You can quickly become overwhelmed if you try to handle your case on your own.
You need to consult the legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. after a fatal accident. If you want to be sure you can hold the negligent driver accountable for their acts, you need a skilled Las Vegas wrongful death attorney on your side. Our legal team is here to represent your case and make sure your legal rights are protected. Give us a call at 775-227-2280 if you want to discuss your case with a caring attorney.