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4 Injured in Southwest Vegas Multi-Car Crash
Suspected DUI driver ran red light, causing collision that sent 4 to hospital
Mar. 24, 2026 at 5:33am
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A multi-vehicle crash in southwest Las Vegas on Monday morning left four people injured, with the driver of one car suspected of driving under the influence. According to police, the crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. near the intersection of West Charleston Boulevard and South Cimarron Road when the driver of a Chevy Silverado ran a red light and collided with a Hyundai and a Chrysler.
Why it matters
Impaired driving continues to be a major public safety issue in Las Vegas, with crashes involving suspected DUI drivers often resulting in serious injuries or fatalities. This incident highlights the need for increased enforcement and education around the dangers of drunk and drugged driving.
The details
The driver of the Chevy Silverado was traveling eastbound on West Charleston Boulevard when he drove through a red light, striking the Hyundai and redirecting both vehicles into the westbound lanes. The Chevy driver also hit the Chrysler. The occupants of the Hyundai and Chrysler were transported to UMC, with the Hyundai driver sustaining life-threatening injuries and the passenger suffering substantial injuries. The Chrysler occupants had moderate injuries. The Chevy driver did not claim injury and was arrested on DUI-related charges.
- The crash occurred around 9:30 a.m. on Monday, March 24, 2026.
The players
Chevy Silverado driver
The driver of the Chevy Silverado that ran the red light and caused the multi-vehicle crash. He was arrested on DUI-related charges.
Hyundai occupants
The driver of the Hyundai sustained life-threatening injuries, and the passenger suffered substantial injuries in the collision.
Chrysler occupants
The two occupants of the Chrysler vehicle sustained moderate injuries in the crash.
What’s next
The crash remains under investigation by the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a tragic reminder of the dangers of impaired driving and the importance of road safety. It underscores the need for continued efforts to combat drunk and drugged driving in the Las Vegas community.
