1 dead in Laughlin crash, Nevada Highway Patrol says

By Mike Shoro / Las Vegas Review-Journal

January 7, 2019 - 4:58 pm

Updated January 7, 2019 - 5:26 pm

Troopers are investigating a deadly crash Monday afternoon in Laughlin.

One person is dead at the scene of a crash on state Route 163, the Nevada Highway Patrol posted on social media. The crash was reported about 3 p.m., dispatch records show.

#TrafficAlert Fatal crash investigation underway in Laughlin on SR163 eastbound at MM3. Eastbound travel lanes are closed. 1 confirmed deceased on scene. Use alternates routes, expect delays in the areas. #drivesafenv #buckleup #drivesober #nhpsocomm

— NHP Southern Command (@NHPSouthernComm) January 8, 2019

Eastbound lanes were closed while troopers investigated.

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