(Las Vegas, Nevada) Two vehicles struck a 55-year old Vahan Nazarian leading the individual to fatally die in Las Vegas due to their injuries.
Just before 4 p.m., Nazarian was walking outside a marked crosswalk when a Honda Civic that was going west on West Charleston Boulevard hit the individual. He then fell on the road. Nazarian was then struck by a BMW while the vehicle was trying to avoid the Honda Civic. Medical emergency services were reported to the scene. Nazarian was later pronounced dead due to his injuries.
Analysis on West Charleston Boulevard
Because Nazarian was walking outside an marked cross-walk there is a possibility that he may have violated 484B.283 (b). This law states that pedestrians should not all of a sudden leave a curb or place of safety to the path of a vehicle close enough where the driver can not yield.
If there were no traffic lights that were a factor in the collision, the driver should have waited until Nazarian was not in his way. Under 484B.283 (a) he would have to yield the right-of-way to all pedestrians crossing midway into the highway where the vehicle is traveling. These are just some of the rules he would be required to follow under this law.
Because the BMV hit Nazarian, there is a possibility that distraction can be played as a factor. Yes, he was trying to avoid the Honda Accord, but if he was on his phone, operating his vehicle with one hand then the lack of safety required under the state of Nevada probably caused the fatal death of Nazarian.
Under NRS 484B.165 it states one of the following violations that while operating a motor vehicle, you can not manually type or text into a cellular telephone or other hand-held wireless communication devices, send, read data on any device in accessing or search the internet, or engage in a conversation in a nonvoice. This may have been the cause for the two vehicle collision killing Vahan Nazarian.
Advice for the Family
If you have lost a loved one in this incident, staying in contact with the Las Vegas Police Department can help you receive more information from the investigation. You can request official reports when they become available to better understand the circumstances.
You may also consider speaking with a qualified legal professional experienced in pedestrian accident cases. They can help explain your options and guide you through next steps. In addition, seeking support from family, friends, or grief counseling services can provide comfort during this difficult time.
If you have any concerns about navigating the legal process surrounding this incident, call 866-883-4318 to speak with a lawyer.
