[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/driver-arrested-after-hit-and-run-accident\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/driver-arrested-after-hit-and-run-accident\/","headline":"Driver Arrested After Hit-and-Run Accident Leaves Pedestrian Dead","name":"Driver Arrested After Hit-and-Run Accident Leaves Pedestrian Dead","description":"A tragedy happened in the early hours of April 24, 2023, when the driver of a blue Dodge Charger with black racing stripes fatally struck a pedestrian lying on the road in Las Vegas. The driver fled the scene without … Continue reading →<\/span><\/a>","datePublished":"2023-06-22","dateModified":"2025-10-29","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/author\/steven\/#Person","name":"Steven Altig","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/author\/steven\/","identifier":44,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a8d8cd32c2a03a35c529399beae2d69e526d6d06274a6324512ec563b98bd7f5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/a8d8cd32c2a03a35c529399beae2d69e526d6d06274a6324512ec563b98bd7f5?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Adras & Altig, Attorneys at Law","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/adras-daltig-law-logo.png","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/09\/adras-daltig-law-logo.png","width":437,"height":92}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Adras-and-Altig-Blog-Template-5.png","url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/Adras-and-Altig-Blog-Template-5.png","height":683,"width":1024},"url":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/driver-arrested-after-hit-and-run-accident\/","about":["General"],"wordCount":413,"articleBody":"A tragedy happened in the early hours of April 24, 2023, when the driver of a blue Dodge Charger with black racing stripes fatally struck a pedestrian lying on the road in Las Vegas. The driver fled the scene without stopping.The deadly collision in the 3100 block of South Maryland Parkway occurred shortly before 3:45 a.m.Thanks to both physical evidence and video footage, the Las Vegas Metro Police Department later identified and apprehended the driver. The victim \u2013 identified as Justin Pakele \u2013 was transported promptly to nearby Sunrise Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.Pakele’s untimely death marks the 39th traffic fatality in Vegas so far this year\u2014 a grim reminder of the losses that traffic collisions too often lead to.Are There Criminal Penalties for Fleeing the Scene of an Accident?In Nevada, fleeing the scene of an accident involving death or substantial bodily harm is a felony. Nevada law states that the driver of any vehicle in an accident resulting in injury or death must immediately stop and stay at the scene. They must also provide assistance and exchange information as necessary.Penalties for violating this law can include:2 to 20 years in prison$2,000 to $5,000 in finesSuspension or revocation of your driver\u2019s licenseRestitution to the victimParole or probation with certain conditionsWhat to Do After a Car Accident In NevadaThere are a few steps you must take after a car crash to follow Nevada law and protect your rights:Do not leave the scene \u2013 You must stay at the scene after an accident that causes death, injury, or property damage. However, you should pull over somewhere safe where you aren\u2019t blocking traffic.Provide help \u2013 You are also required to provide reasonable assistance to anyone hurt in the collision. This may involve checking on them and calling emergency services.Exchange information \u2013 Another step required by law is exchanging information such as names, addresses, insurance information, and driver\u2019s license information.Don\u2019t admit fault \u2013 Even if you were to blame for the accident, you should not apologize or discuss who was responsible.Contact a Nevada Hit-and-Run Defense AttorneyIf you have been arrested for a Nevada hit-and-run accident, the experienced team at Adras & Altig, Attorneys at Law can build a strong legal defense against your charges. Our understanding and dedicated team is ready to work tirelessly to protect your rights. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation to learn what we can do for you."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Driver Arrested After Hit-and-Run Accident Leaves Pedestrian Dead","item":"https:\/\/www.adrasandaltiglaw.com\/driver-arrested-after-hit-and-run-accident\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]