Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash at Decatur Boulevard and Carmen Boulevard [Las Vegas, NV]

Woman Dies in Hit-and-Run Crash in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS, NV (July 31, 2020) – A woman perished in Thursday’s hit-and-run two-vehicle crash at Decatur Boulevard and Carmen Boulevard.

According to a statement made Thursday morning, the crash happened around 4:20 a.m. near West Washington Avenue.

Investigators determined that a 2004 Hyundai Elantra heading eastbound entered the southbound lanes of North Decatur Boulevard at the intersection and collided with a 2006 Toyota 4Runner.

The driver of the 4Runner plowed into the driver’s side of the Hyundai, killing the 43-year-old Las Vegas woman at the wheel.

Authorities added that the Toyota driver ran from the scene, leaving a 23-year-old passenger in the car.

Not long after, paramedics arrived and transported the 23-year-old to University Medical Center with minor injuries.

With this crash now classified as a hit-and-run, investigators hope for witnesses’ help in locating the suspect’s whereabouts. Those with information should call Metro’s collision investigation section at 702-828-3595.

Our deepest condolences are with the bereaved family and friends of the victim.

Steve Mehr is a personal injury law group run by experienced and passionate lawyers. Because the throes of recovery can leave those involved hopeless and directionless, we make ourselves available to them. Count on us to guide you during this lugubrious time. We specialize in wrongful death cases and have the expertise to manage your case. Call (800) 625-5052 to hear from us. You can request a police report of the accident, as well.