Driver Accused of DUI After Las Vegas Crash Involving NHP Vehicle

Authorities say the driver of the Nissan sedan showed signs of impairment and will be booked for DUI after medical release.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A driver is accused of driving under the influence after an early Tuesday morning crash involving a Nevada Highway Patrol vehicle in the west Las Vegas Valley. The crash occurred around 1:48 a.m. at the intersection of Valley View Boulevard and Meadows Mall, involving a marked NHP Ford cruiser and a red Nissan sedan. An NHP trooper was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the Nissan driver, who was not identified, was also taken to a hospital for evaluation and will be booked for DUI after medical release.

Why it matters

Impaired driving crashes are a major public safety concern in the Las Vegas area, with the Nevada Highway Patrol and local law enforcement working to crack down on DUI offenders. This incident highlights the risks posed by drunk or drugged drivers and the potential for harm to both law enforcement and the general public.

The details

According to authorities, the crash occurred around 1:48 a.m. at the intersection of Valley View Boulevard and Meadows Mall. The crash involved a marked Nevada Highway Patrol Ford cruiser and a red Nissan sedan. An NHP trooper was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries sustained in the crash. Authorities noted that the driver of the Nissan was also transported to a hospital for evaluation and showed signs of suspected impairment. The Nissan driver will be booked for DUI after medical release.

  • The crash occurred around 1:48 a.m. on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

The players

Nevada Highway Patrol

The state law enforcement agency responsible for patrolling Nevada's highways and responding to incidents.

Nissan Driver

The driver of the red Nissan sedan involved in the crash, who showed signs of suspected impairment and will be booked for DUI after medical release.

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What’s next

The Nissan driver will be booked for DUI after being released from the hospital.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the ongoing problem of impaired driving in the Las Vegas area and the importance of law enforcement efforts to identify and apprehend DUI offenders in order to protect public safety.