Las Vegas, NV (May 19, 2026) – A 14-year-old boy was critically injured Monday evening after being struck by a vehicle at an East Valley intersection in Las Vegas.
The crash occurred around 6:15 p.m. near the intersection of East Lake Mead Boulevard and Marion Drive, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. Investigators said the teen was crossing East Lake Mead Boulevard near Marion Drive when he entered the path of a westbound 2011 GMC Terrain.
The front of the SUV struck the pedestrian on his left side, throwing him west onto the roadway. The driver immediately stopped the vehicle west of the intersection and remained at the scene. Officials reported no signs of impairment.
Emergency medical personnel transported the teen to University Medical Center Trauma, where he remains in critical condition. Witness statements and surveillance footage were reviewed as part of the initial investigation.
The cause of the crash remains under review.
We are thinking of the injured teen and his family during this difficult time.
Why Pedestrian Crashes at Intersections Can Be Severe
Pedestrian crashes at intersections often occur when drivers and pedestrians are moving at the same time through crossing points. Even when drivers are traveling at normal speeds, a sudden step into traffic can lead to serious or life-threatening injuries.
SUVs and larger vehicles can cause more severe impact injuries due to their height and force of contact. Investigators typically review traffic patterns, visibility conditions, and surveillance footage to understand how the pedestrian entered the roadway. Road lighting, crossing behavior, and driver reaction time are also commonly examined in these cases.
