The Las Vegas community is seeking answers in the aftermath of a hit-and-run collision that led to the death of a pedestrian in a wheelchair. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has been investigating the incident since it took place on August 12 at approximately 12:38 p.m. at 3345 East Tropicana Avenue near South Pecos Road, where an unknown gray or silver SUV struck the victim. Initially reported by News 3 LV, the pedestrian was rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.
Authorities identified the man as Constantino Ramirez, a 55-year-old resident from Las Vegas, traveling through the parking lot when the SUV struck him. Despite the relentless attempts by hospital staff to save his life, he was pronounced dead four days later on August 16. According to information obtained by 8 News Now, this incident has brought the city's traffic-related fatality count to 102 for the year.
The LVMPD's Collision Investigation Section continues to pursue leads in the case and urges the public for assistance. The tragic loss of Ramirez highlights the broader implications of traffic-related crimes in the Las Vegas area and the urgency with which they must be addressed. Covering yet another avoidable fatality, the city's law enforcement is under pressure to bring the responsible individual to justice.
The Collision Investigation Section is actively requesting the public's aid in their ongoing investigation. They encourage anyone possessing information about the crash to contact them directly at (702) 828-2892, and for those wanting to remain anonymous, there is an option to call Crime Stoppers at (702) 385-5555.
