(Las Vegas, Nevada) At approximately 7:11 a.m., on October 12th., the Las Vegas Metropolitan dispatch was notified of a fatal collision that killed a pedestrian, Kate Golestoni, 83, near the intersection of Pecos Road and Hacienda Avenue.
Las Vegas police confirmed, based on witnesses, surveillance and evidence, that Golestoni was walking just eastbound in the south crosswalk of South Pecos and East Hacienda Avenue. All of a sudden, a 2023 Ford F-350 approached the intersection, the Ford driver struck the pedestrian.
Investigators confirmed made a left turn from westbound to southbound on a green traffic light. Shortly after, the driver struck Golestoni. The driver then came to a full stop. From then on Golestoni was sent to the Sunrise Hospital in life-threatening conditions and tragically passed.
Legal Analysis on the Pecos Road Crash
When a collision involves the death of a pedestrian, investigators may review vehicular homicide and the right-of-way laws. Afterwards, they will also discuss consequences that the driver shall face.
Because the Ford driver failed to yield the right-of-way to Golestoni, investigators may review N.R.S 484B.657. This law specifically discusses drivers being required to exercise care to pedestrians to avoid hitting them.
Since the driver killed Golestoni, he or she can face serious punishments under N.R.S 484B.657 for vehicular homicide. This law defines a vehicular homicide as when person, who has physical control of a vehicle in a premise or on a highway that is accessible to the public, causes death by an act or omission of negligence.
Advice to the Golestoni Family
To the family of Kate Golestoni, we understand how difficult dealing with a tragic loss can be. It’s important to reach out to loved ones during this difficult time for emotional support or even a counselor. If you are planning to take legal steps, contacting a legal expert in Nevada can be helpful to get justice for Kate Golestoni.
Have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident? call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
