LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — A pedestrian died following a hit-and-run collision in east Las Vegas on Sunday night, according to police.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:15 p.m. at the intersection of S. Nellis Boulevard and E. Twain Avenue. LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE reported that the pedestrian was crossing Nellis either in or near a marked crosswalk when a gray sedan traveling south struck her and fled the scene.
Emergency medical personnel transported the pedestrian to Sunrise Hospital, where she was admitted with life-threatening injuries. On August 25, police were informed by the coroner's office that she succumbed to her injuries, marking the 80th traffic-related fatality within the department's jurisdiction this year.
Authorities confirmed they have located the suspect vehicle, a silver 2005 Toyota Matrix, but the driver remains at large.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact the LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE Collision Investigation Section at 702-828-3595. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555, with potential cash rewards for information leading to an arrest or indictment.