A woman was killed yesterday night in Laughlin after being struck by two vehicles while walking along a dark section of West Casino Drive, police said. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department told FOX5 that the collision occurred around 9:07 p.m. in the 800 block of West Casino Drive, a two-lane road without street lighting. Medical personnel pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene.
Police details and ongoing probe
Police said evidence at the scene showed the woman was first struck by an unidentified vehicle that fled the area. She was then hit by a 2014 Toyota Camry, whose driver stopped, called 911, and remained at the scene. Investigators reported that the Camry driver showed no signs of impairment, and the crash is under active investigation. Metro noted that this is the second traffic-related fatality in its jurisdiction so far in 2026, according to FOX5.
Police seek witnesses
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department is asking anyone with information about the collision to contact its Collision Investigation Section at (702) 828‑3538. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers at (702) 385‑5555, through its website, or via the P3 Tips app. Officers said dash‑cam or nearby surveillance footage could be important to the investigation. For general contact details, visit the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department website.
Nighttime roads and safety work
Two-lane, unlit roads like this section of West Casino Drive are considered particularly hazardous for pedestrians. Nevada transportation agencies are pursuing long-term measures to prevent similar incidents. The Nevada Department of Transportation notes its pedestrian safety programs and Highway Safety Improvement Program, which support lighting upgrades, crosswalk enhancements, and other engineering changes aimed at reducing serious collisions. More information is available through the department.
How to help
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has video of the vehicles involved is urged to contact Metro’s Collision Investigation Section or Crime Stoppers. Investigators said even small details could help identify the first vehicle and clarify the sequence of events. FOX5 reported the department’s appeal and provided tip line information.
