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LAS VEGAS, Clark County, Nev., Nov. 3, 2026 — A man died on Monday night, November 2, after being struck by a car on Interstate 15 southbound near Lamb Boulevard in North Las Vegas, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
The Nevada Highway Patrol said troopers responded to the area around 10:45 p.m. after reports of a crash involving a pedestrian and a sedan. The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name and age have not been released.
Interstate 15 southbound at Lamb Boulevard was closed overnight while troopers worked the scene. The freeway reopened to traffic around 5 a.m. Nevada Highway Patrol said a fuller account of what happened will follow a preliminary investigation.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Crashes in Las Vegas and Across Nevada
This pedestrian crash happened at I-15 and Lamb Boulevard in Las Vegas, NV. Readers following crash news in Clark County can find more about intersections across the state on our Nevada intersection crash information.
Frequently Asked Questions
What injuries are most common in pedestrian accidents?
Pedestrians struck by vehicles frequently suffer head trauma, broken bones and internal injuries. Severity usually depends on the vehicle's speed and the point of impact.
What typically causes pedestrian crashes like this one?
These crashes usually involve a combination of factors such as low visibility at night, a driver failing to see someone in or near the roadway, or a pedestrian crossing outside a marked area. Investigators determine the specific cause case by case.
Does vehicle speed change a pedestrian's chance of survival?
Yes. Higher speeds give drivers less time to react and increase the force of impact, which raises the likelihood of serious or fatal injury.
Where do most pedestrian accidents happen?
Many occur on or near roadways with higher speed limits, including highways and major arterial streets, especially after dark when visibility is reduced.
