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Type of Accident:
Pedestrian vs Vehicle
Article Summary:
According
to a report from the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, a collision
involving a pedestrian and a vehicle occurred on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at
around 5:52 p.m. The accident took place at the intersection of Lake Mead Boulevard
and Lamont Street. A 1998 Fleetwood Pace Arrow Motor Home was headed east on
Lake Mead Boulevard, approaching the intersection of Lamont Street, when it
collided with a pedestrian who was in the crosswalk. The pedestrian was pronounced
dead at the scene of the accident. The driver of the Fleetwood failed to remain
at the scene after the crash. They were later located and arrested for hit-and-run
and DUI charges. This marks the 14th traffic-related fatality for LVMPD’s jurisdiction
for 2026.
A
pedestrian accident can have life-changing consequences in an instant. An
experienced Las
Vegas pedestrian accident attorney can protect your rights, help you
navigate the claims process, and pursue the full compensation you’re entitled
to. Official
accident reports can be obtained through the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police
Department.
If you
or someone you know was injured in an accident, contact
Sandoval James & Walkenshaw Injury Attorneys so we can get you the help you
deserve.
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