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Las Vegas, NV (September 3, 2026) – A 62-year-old man was critically injured after being struck by a Ford Transit van on Tuesday morning, September 2, on East Mountridge Dr near North Hollywood Blvd. The collision happened around 7:37 a.m.
A truck with an attached landscape trailer was parked along the curb when the man was removing equipment from its left side. The van was traveling west on Mountridge Dr when it drifted right, hitting the rear of the trailer before striking the worker.
Another person inside the trailer was grabbing equipment and was also hurt, suffering minor injuries. The 29-year-old van driver remained at the location and cooperated with emergency units.
The 62-year-old man was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Further details about his identity were not immediately available. The investigation into what led to the accident is still underway.
Our thoughts are with everyone hurt as they work toward recovery.
What Happens When a Pedestrian Is Struck by a Vehicle?
Pedestrian accidents can cause serious harm because people on foot have little protection from a moving vehicle. The severity of an injury can depend on the vehicle’s speed, the point where the person was hit, and whether the pedestrian was thrown or fell after being struck.
Medical evaluations may reveal injuries that are not immediately obvious, including head trauma, broken bones, or internal injuries. Records from medical providers can help document the type and extent of harm.
Photos of vehicle damage, nearby traffic signs, lane markings, and lighting can also provide useful information about what happened. Witness accounts may help establish where each person was positioned before the wreck. Driver visibility, roadway design, and vehicle movement may also be reviewed when determining how a pedestrian accident occurred.
