Las Vegas, NV (March 12, 2024) - A person was killed after a collision in North Las Vegas on Sunday, March 10. The deadly accident was reported at the corner of Centennial Parkway and Bruce Street early that morning at around 1:30 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene.
When officials arrived, they found a vehicle engulfed in flames and another with significant damage. An occupant was trapped inside the flaming vehicle. They suffered fatal injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene.
Local sources later revealed that a Dodge Challenger was traveling at a high rate of speed behind a Hyundai Sonata. The Dodge hit the Hyundai, causing it to catch fire. The Challenger fled the scene, and it is believed that speed and impairment were involved in the fatal accident. No further information on the deadly crash is currently available. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time.
Deadly Hit-&-Run Crashes in Nevada
It is illegal for drivers to drive away from the scene of an accident. After a serious auto collision, you are required by law to stop and offer assistance. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents are becoming more frequent across the nation. Over the last ten years, there have been an estimated 682,000 hit-and-runs in the United States reported each year. Most of these collisions involve bicycles and pedestrians who are struck by cars and are unable to receive the critical care they require to achieve a full recovery. Unfortunately, many pedestrians are unfairly killed in hit-and-runs, and surviving family members should partner with a trained lawyer in order to pursue a financial recovery.
Managing a serious pedestrian crash by yourself can be very challenging. If you lost someone close to you int eh accident, it is even more difficult. In Nevada, hit-and-run accidents happen all the time, and many pedestrians suffer severe injuries when crossing the state's roadways. You may still be able to seek compensation for your losses even if the individual who caused your injuries ran away from the scene. After a serious hit-and-run collision, a skilled attorney can provide the legal counsel you need to defend your rights during these trying times.
The legal team at Viloria, Oliphant, Oster & Aman L.L.P. is here to help you during this difficult time. Our Las Vegas hit-and-run crash lawyers have a proven history of fighting for the rights of crash victims from all over Nevada, and we are here to fight for you. If you have any questions, our lawyers can answer them during a free consultation. If you are ready to get started on your case, give us a call today at 775-227-2280. We will diligently fight for your recovery during this difficult time, and our legal team wants to do everything possible to make sure that the at-fault party is brought to justice.