Sparks, NV (January 13, 2024) - At least one person sustained injuries after an auto accident in the Sparks area on Thursday night, January 11. At around 11:28 p.m., the collision took place on Interstate 80 WB near Vista Boulevard. The crash resulted in all lanes being closed for several hours.
There were confirmed injuries at the scene, but the number and severity of the related injuries have not been provided. Emergency responders provided aid to the involved parties, and ambulances were available to transport the injured parties to nearby hospitals for further treatment.
No updates on the crash are currently available. The roadway was later reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris. Local law enforcement officials are handling the ongoing crash investigation.
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 is a serious issue in Nevada. Nationwide, it is quickly becoming one of the leading causes of catastrophic crashes. Between 2014 and 2018, Nevada saw 62 fatalities and 63 deadly crashes involving inattentive driving. City streets accounted for over 52 percent of the state's fatal distracted driving collisions during that time period. Statistics show that the most common demographic of victims involved men between the ages of 26 and 30, with Clark County having the highest number of fatal distracted driving crashes in the state.
Every time you travel on or near the road, there is a chance that you could get injured by a careless driver. Car crashes are a reality for many Nevada residents, and If you or a loved one is injured in a serious collision, you need to have a plan in place to protect your legal rights. This requires hiring a skilled attorney you can trust to help your potential personal injury claim be successful. In most circumstances, working with an experienced attorney is the only way to fully recover from a serious car accident.
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