Fatal North Las Vegas Collision Between SUV, Construction Vehicle Under Investigation

A fatal collision occurred in North Las Vegas involving a silver SUV and a construction vehicle near Cheyenne Avenue and Slit Canyon Street. The SUV, traveling westbound, was struck when the construction vehicle entered its lane, causing the SUV to cross into eastbound lanes before stopping at the North Las Vegas Airport fence. The adult male driver of the SUV was found deceased at the scene, and the construction vehicle operator remained on site cooperating with police. Investigators are working to determine whether speed or impairment were factors in the crash. The Major Collision Investigation Unit of the North Las Vegas Police Department is leading the investigation, and motorists are advised to use alternate routes. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to contact the police or Crime Stoppers.