Las Vegas Police Identify 50 Intersections With Most Crashes in January

LVMPD published its list of high-crash intersections to focus enforcement on unsafe driving practices.

Published on Feb. 6, 2026

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The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) has published a list of the 50 intersections that had the most car accidents in January 2026. The data-driven approach allows the department to focus resources on areas with the highest crash rates across the Las Vegas Valley, with officers issuing citations for speeding, running red lights, driving without a license, and other violations.

Why it matters

This report reinforces LVMPD's commitment to improving roadway safety through targeted enforcement at the most dangerous intersections. By identifying high-crash locations, the department can deploy officers to curb unsafe driving behaviors and reduce the number of collisions.

The details

The 50 intersections are organized by the LVMPD's 10 area commands, with 5 locations listed for each. Some of the high-crash sites include Charleston Boulevard at Valley View Boulevard, Desert Inn Road at Paradise Road, Eastern Avenue at Stewart Avenue, Blue Diamond Road at Durango Drive, and Rainbow Boulevard at Flamingo Road. Officers have been issuing citations for speeding, running red lights, driving without a license, and other violations that contribute to serious crashes.

  • The January 2026 list follows similar releases in May 2025 and September 2025, demonstrating an ongoing pattern of monitoring and responding to dangerous intersections.

The players

LVMPD

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department, which is responsible for law enforcement in the Las Vegas Valley and has published the list of high-crash intersections.

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What they’re saying

“Our department is focused on saving lives and making the roads safer for everyone.”

— Metro (LVMPD Instagram)

What’s next

The LVMPD is inviting members of the public to share tips about problem intersections and is directing residents to LVMPD and KTNV coverage for more information on traffic safety initiatives and enforcement efforts.

The takeaway

By identifying the intersections with the highest crash rates and targeting enforcement efforts at those locations, the LVMPD is taking a proactive approach to improving road safety and reducing the number of collisions in the Las Vegas Valley.