Motorcyclist critically injured in crash

A motorcyclist is in critical condition after being hit by another vehicle near Tropicana Avenue and Topaz Street Wednesday afternoon.

Las Vegas police responded to the scene about 4:30 p.m., according to Metro Lt. Barb Schmidt.

The motorcyclist was transported to University Medical Center with life-threatening injuries, she said. The other driver was not transported.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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