Tragedy struck on a sunny Sunday afternoon when two juveniles lost their lives in a horrendous multi-vehicle crash that occurred on northbound Interstate 15 near Moapa Valley. As reported by News 3 Las Vegas, the Nevada State Police responded to the accident scene near mile marker 100 at approximately 3:30 p.m. An official statement described the crash site as the focal point of a grim portrait of unexpected mortality and disrupted itineraries, where both sorrow and traffic swelled in the wake of the collision.
Six people were hurt in the crash. Four had non-life-threatening injuries and were taken to a local hospital, while one person in critical condition was airlifted by Mercy Air, according to 8 News Now. The crash shut down all northbound lanes, with traffic rerouted at the I-15/100 exit, causing major delays. Emergency crews remained on scene long after, showing the impact would last beyond just clearing the wreckage.
Nevada State Police are asking drivers to expect delays and use extra caution near the accident site due to ongoing construction and lane changes. The cause of the crash hasn’t been shared yet, but more details are expected once the initial investigation is complete, as per 8 News Now.
