LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — The Nevada Highway Patrol is asking for the public’s help to identify a vehicle involved in a hit-and-run crash that left a pedestrian with severe injuries on Oct. 7.
Troopers responded at approximately 6:30 a.m. to the crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian near West Tropicana Avenue and South El Capitan Way, according to NHP.
Investigators said a vehicle struck the pedestrian on the side of the road and fled the scene. The pedestrian was taken to a local hospital with critical injuries.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a burgundy 2010 to 2018 Dodge Ram with chrome trim and an extended cab. The truck is missing its right-side exterior mirror.
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Anyone with information regarding the crash is urged to call the Nevada Highway Patrol Southern Command Headquarters at 702-668-4100 or 702-668-5211.
Tipsters who wish to remain anonymous can contact Nevada Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555.
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