26-Year-Old Man Pronounced Dead after Five-Car Collision near Owens Avenue
LAS VEGAS, NV (January 27, 2023) – Tuesday morning, Moises Martinez was killed in a 5-vehicle speeding crash on Civic Center Drive.
Officers responded to the scene around 6:00 a.m., near Owens Avenue.
According to reports, the driver of northbound Silver Hyundai was speeding and collided with a westbound white truck that was also traveling through the intersection. Upon impact, the white truck was pushed into several other vehicles, including a Ford Mustang.
Meanwhile, the Hyundai continued traveling north on Owens before coming to a stop near the intersection.
First responders pronounced one person inside the Mustang dead at the scene. The coroner’s office later identified the deceased victim as 26-year-old Martinez. In addition, crews transported two other occupants to UMC for further treatment of serious injuries.
Emergency crews closed off the surrounding area for a brief time during cleanup and preliminary duties. Once available, further details will be provided.
The team at Sweet James offers their warm and sincerest sympathies to the friends and family of Moises Martinez. May you find comfort and strength during this devastating time.
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