Hit-and-run accidents are a serious problem anywhere, and that problem is only made worse when drivers accused of such conduct allegedly had alcohol in their systems at the time of the incidents.  There have now been two such alleged occurrences in the area in recent days, including one in which two people were killed and another in which the alleged driver fled on foot and was struck by a vehicle after two hit-and-run accidents.

According to the Las Vegas Sun:

Metro Police spokesman Jay Rivera said officers received a report at 1:12 p.m. of a hit-and-run crash. Rivera said the victim of the hit-and-run followed the car and witnessed the man hit another vehicle nearby."

Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Sun followed up on the other hit-and-run situation from earlier in the week:

"A 19-year-old woman suspected of driving drunk and killing two people on Tuesday appeared in Henderson Municipal Court for an arraignment on misdemeanor charges related to a hit-and-run crash that occurred minutes before the fatal collision.

Anita Mann appeared in court on Wednesday via a video link before Municipal Judge Diana Hampton. She pleaded not guilty to hit-and-run and failure to render aid charges and requested a speedy trial."

Each of these incidents could give rise to significant liability if personal injury claims are filed.  If you or someone you love has been harmed by a drunk driver, you need to take immediate action by seeking the help of a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer who has years of experience in holding those responsible for injuries accountable.  Contact Jack Bernstein & Associates today to schedule a free initial consultation.