55-year-old man killed in west Las Vegas hit-and-run collision
55-year-old man killed in west Las Vegas hit-and-run collision
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Updated October 14, 2024 - 7:19 pm
A 55-year-old man was struck and killed by a car while crossing the street in the west valley early Sunday according to the Metropolitan Police Department.
Police said the man was crossing Sahara Avenue near Valley View Boulevard outside of a marked crosswalk around 4:40 a.m. when he was struck by a 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid.
The vehicle hit the pedestrian, sending him onto the roadway. Police said he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The car continued driving east on Sahara. The driver has not yet been identified, police said.
Anyone with information about the collision is encouraged to call Metro’s Collision Investigation Section at 702-828-3595. To remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555.
