LAS VEGAS (KSNV) — Five people were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Lake Mead Boulevard and Walnut Road at approximately 2:41 p.m. on [insert date].
Witnesses reported bystanders rushing to assist victims, including a 4-year-old child who was rescued from the back seat before emergency crews arrived. One individual remains in critical condition, authorities said.
Emergency responders from the Las Vegas Fire Department and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department were dispatched to the scene. Several victims were transported to Sunrise Hospital for treatment.
Authorities confirmed that a portion of Lake Mead Boulevard was closed for investigation and cleanup. Details regarding the drivers and the sequence of events leading to the crash are still under investigation.
Dr. Kourosh Yazdani, an emergency medicine physician, emphasized the importance of bystander intervention in the critical moments following an accident. He advocates for individuals to prioritize safety by assessing the scene before assisting victims.
“Make sure there's no oncoming traffic and no fire before approaching the vehicle,” Yazdani said. He also advised that those without medical training should call 911 immediately and look for severe bleeding or lack of breathing in victims.
Further information will be released as the investigation continues.