51-Year-Old Man Killed in High-Speed Motorcycle Crash in Las Vegas

A motorcycle accident on West Bonanza Road resulted in the death of a 51-year-old man on Friday last week, at around 9:40 p.m. The

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department

reported that the motorcycle collided with a raised curbed median.

The accident involved a 2012 Harley-Davidson FLHXI “Street Glide” and occurred west of the North Tonopah Drive intersection. The 51-year-old male rider, traveling at high speed, attempted to overtake other motorcyclists by moving into the center turn lane. He lost control, struck the median, went airborne, and landed on the roadway. He was severely injured and transported to the UMC Trauma Center, as per the

Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department release

.

Despite efforts to save him, the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the hospital. His death brings the total traffic-related fatalities in the LVMPD’s jurisdiction to 138 for the year.

The LVMPD’s Collision Investigation Section is looking into the cause of the crash, with speed believed to be a major factor. The motorcyclist’s identity has been withheld pending notification of next of kin. A final report with more details will be released after the investigation is complete.

Note: Thank you for visiting our website! We strive to keep you informed with the latest updates based on expected timelines, although please note that we are not affiliated with any official bodies. Our team is committed to ensuring accuracy and transparency in our reporting, verifying all information before publication. We aim to bring you reliable news, and if you have any questions or concerns about our content, feel free to reach out to us via email. We appreciate your trust and support!