Las Vegas Sun

March 29, 2024

Bicyclist struck, killed on Durango Drive

A 43-year-old bicyclist was killed this morning when she was struck from behind by a Toyota van, Metro Police say.

Evidence at the scene and witness statements indicate that the unidentified female bicyclist was riding at the edge of the right lane north on Durango near Dorrell Lane in the northwest valley, police said.

Gary Garnese, 54, was driving north and drifted right, striking the bicyclist from behind, police said. His Toyota then struck a palm tree.

The bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. The Toyota's driver was treated and released at the scene, police said.

This is the 54th traffic fatality in Metro's jurisdiction this year.

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