A terrible auto accident occurred in Las Vegas Friday in which two people were killed when a pickup truck was driving recklessly through town.  The accident caused the deaths of two people, and witnesses had stated that they saw the vehicle in question weaving through traffic and that it had run red lights at high speeds.  The man was charged with two felonies as a result, and now comes word that the driver has offered his basic position - he was in a hurry.

According to the Las Vegas Sun:

Nathan Hardy, 20, was booked on two counts of felony reckless driving resulting in death in connection with the 8:42 p.m. Friday crash that happened at the intersection of Lamb and Las Vegas boulevards.

When interviewed at University Medical Center after the crash, Hardy told the investigating officer he was returning home from a trip to St. George, Utah, and was “just in a hurry to get home.” He couldn’t recall specifics about the crash, the report indicates, and said he didn’t see the traffic light.

Several witnesses told police the Dodge was weaving in and out of traffic and ran several red lights as it traveled southbound from Craig Road as it approached Lamb.

One witness, a Clark County firefighter who was responding to another accident in the area, told police he saw the Dodge traveling 50 to 60 mph and almost strike several pedestrians in the area of Craig and Lamb.

Other witnesses described the Dodge’s speed as between 60 mph to 80 mph, weaving in and out of traffic, and running red lights at Craig and Lamb, Alexander and Lamb, and the light at Lamb and Las Vegas Boulevard."

Clearly, this is not a valid defense to any legal claims that will or could arise.  If you or someone you love has been harmed by a reckless driver, you need the help of a Las Vegas auto accident lawyer who understands what it takes to fully and properly protect and enforce the rights of those injured by reckless behavior.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.