Early morning commuters were confronted with the aftermath of a grave incident in east Las Vegas today when a pedestrian was struck in a hit-and-run collision. As reported by FOX5 Vegas, the event occurred near Charleston Boulevard and Mojave Road at approximately 5:57 a.m., leaving the victim with life-threatening injuries.
The vehicle responsible for the injury to the pedestrian fled the scene and has not yet been apprehended. The victim was quickly transported to UMC for emergency medical care. As the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department conducts their investigation, they advise the public to steer clear from the affected area.
Further details on the incident were corroborated by reports from News 3 LV. Revealing that the crash took place just before 6 a.m., the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run was seen heading south from the scene after the impact, the harrowing ordeal unfolding just east of Fremont Street.
To facilitate their inquiry into the matter, officers have closed down the intersection of Charleston Boulevard and Mojave Road. No current information on the extent of injuries or the identity of the pedestrian was disclosed after transported to a local hospital from the crash site. The search for the driver continues, and updates are to be expected as the investigation progresses.
