Late Tuesday night, a devastating traffic accident in northeast Las Vegas resulted in the death of a 16-year-old moped rider. The collision, involving a passenger vehicle and the young rider, took place on a heavily trafficked road, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Despite rapid medical intervention, the teenager succumbed to injuries at the scene. Authorities have withheld the victim’s identity pending family notification,and no arrests have been made as the inquiry continues.

Incident Overview:

  • The crash occurred near the intersection of Lamb Boulevard and Carey Avenue at approximately 10:45 p.m.
  • The teen was traveling southbound on the moped when a westbound sedan struck him.
  • Weather conditions were favorable, with clear skies and excellent visibility.
Investigation Aspect Current Status
Driver sobriety testing Pending results
Review of traffic surveillance footage Ongoing
Collection of eyewitness accounts In progress
Assessment of road and weather conditions Confirmed clear