Motorcyclist Killed in Collision on Tropicana Avenue
LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A 49-year-old motorcyclist was killed Thursday morning in a crash on Tropicana Avenue, east of Spencer Street.
Authorities reported the incident occurred just before 9:30 a.m. when the motorcyclist, traveling westbound, was struck by a 2021 Toyota CHR. According to police, the Toyota, driven by a 52-year-old woman, accelerated south from the Go Car Wash at 1650 E. Tropicana Avenue, crossing the curb and entering the westbound travel lanes.
Witnesses indicated the driver rapidly swerved into the motorcycle's path, prompting the rider to brake, causing the bike to flip. The motorcycle ultimately collided with the left side of the Toyota, and the rider was run over.
Emergency responders pronounced the motorcyclist dead at the scene. The Toyota driver was transported to University Medical Center for suspected minor injuries. As of Friday morning, authorities have not indicated whether charges will be filed.
This incident marks the third fatal motorcycle collision in the Las Vegas area within the week, following similar accidents on Blue Diamond Road earlier in the week. The investigation remains ongoing.