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Two-car crash critically injures man in southwest valley

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Erin Dostal

Metro Police investigate a car crash near the intersection of Jones Boulevard and Tropicana Avenue. The accident occurred at about 12:15 p.m. on Tuesday.

By Erin Dostal (contact)

Published Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 | 1:08 p.m.

Updated Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2009 | 5:13 p.m.

Vehicle crash

A 30-year-old man suffered critical injuries in a two-vehicle, head-on collision this afternoon in the southwestern Las Vegas Valley.

Police responded at 12:18 p.m. to the crash north of the intersection of Tropicana Avenue and Jones Boulevard. Witnesses told police a red 1996 Toyota Corolla was northbound on Jones when it veered left and collided with a silver 2003 Toyota 4Runner in the center of the street’s southbound lanes, Metro Police Sgt. Oscar Chavez said.

The driver of the Corolla, Thomas Kebede of Las Vegas, was taken to Spring Valley Hospital and is in critical condition, authorities said.

The five occupants of the SUV – James Frasco, 40, of Las Vegas; Jay Frasco, 42, of Santa Monica, Calif.; Christine Scaia, 44, of Wilson, N.C.; Judith Frasco, 65, of Wellfleet, Mass.; and Nar Scaia, 54, of Wilson, N.C. – were taken to Spring Valley Hospital with minor to moderate injuries, according to an accident report.

Alcohol doesn't appear to be a factor in the crash, Chavez said.

Metro Police are continuing to investigate the crash.

Discussion: 17 comments so far…

  1. By realitychck
    10/15/09 at 4:22 p.m.
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    It's too bad, but WTF was he doing in the oncoming lane!? Thank god there wasn't a motorcycle there, otherwise this man, who clearly isn't qualified to operate a automobile, would have taken an innocent life! I hope he is ok, but I hope that he is never allowed to operate a motor vehicle again.

  2. By rumrunner
    10/16/09 at 12:15 a.m.
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    Look how the cars are lined,almost perfect.Looks like he might have tried to do it on perpose?

  3. By yeeyesuslij
    10/16/09 at 8:44 p.m.
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    rumrnner* ...dear, pls read ur post a couple of times and tell me if what you posted was appropriate. Why would anyone want to do this "on perpose"? Just give me one reason.....Don't just assume...this is my beloved brother that is in a critical condition....what he needs is a prayer not a judgment....May God bless u.

  4. By Destiny
    10/16/09 at 11:12 p.m.
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    I know Thomas Kebede very well, He is very humble, polite and God fearing person. He is also our church deacon for the last three years.Please pray for him!

  5. By motocross
    10/17/09 at 1:48 a.m.
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    passengers in both vehicles are in life threatening situations. there was a good samaritan on the scene that is trying to be identified. brunette young lady, off-duty nurse. leave a post here if you know of her. god bless.

  6. By wosse
    10/18/09 at 6:13 p.m.
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    I know Thomas for four years. We love him and we will pray for him and for all others that involved in the accident.Please do not write things that does not make sense at all. We care and love our brother.

  7. By para-med
    10/19/09 at 10:10 a.m.
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    i am 1 of the parameds who worked at that accident. these things happen all the time...... Mr. Kebede has a heart problem and we think that he was unconciouse before he got to the accident.
    Hope he will make it .......

  8. By bana
    10/19/09 at 11:39 a.m.
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    It is almost impossible to judge accidents is due to only imperfections but rather is the results of some kind of unfortunate timing. In the case of this accident, the owner of the red Toyota Mr. Thomas Kebede happen to find himself in this situation because he was forced to come to work by his supervisor even though he asked for a sick day off "says his coworkers" then sent home again and here comes the timing and involved in this terrible accident.

  9. By alse
    10/23/09 at 4:02 a.m.
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    Guys,my heart is aching for these guy. Thomas kebede..he is a friend of my brother and my mom's favorite man.yeah" he is really humble....i know my brother is going to visit him the coming sat. me and my friends are praying for him. I know God can do miracles. May he reach out to Thomas who lied down unconscious in that hospital .I pray i may once again testify the God who we are worshiping ....and as his mercy endures forever may he bring peace, rest and comfort to all of us.

  10. By motocross
    10/25/09 at 4:18 p.m.
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    We're still looking for the off-duty nurse who helped at the accident scene. Should you have information, please respond and I will forward an e-mail address.

  11. By neb
    10/30/09 at 4:07 a.m.
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    I know Thomas's wife (Emu), we will continue to pray for God to intervene in this case. God is able to do far beyond our mind can imagine. May the peace and joy of our Lord Jesus fill your heart, Emu. We, friends in Ethiopia, are praying for Thomas and you.

  12. By rkahsay
    10/30/09 at 6:15 a.m.
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    We know Tom and his wife Emu, its really sad to hear the accident. we are still praying here in Ethiopia.We believ that God will do a miracle to this family and heal Tom in deed.

    May God be with you Emunaye.
    (Rich, Hirity and Tile )

  13. By Mommy
    10/30/09 at 12:24 p.m.
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    God is in control! Emu, I am with you in prayer!!!
    (Mommy, FHE)

  14. By GBedilu
    11/1/09 at 1:12 p.m.
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    Dear All, I know my best friend Thomas Kebede he is really humble guy, The # 1 & 2 suggestions does't work out for him. Anyways God will come and will visted him. Jesus of Nazareth, who bring Lazerus in this world again, hope he will do it again to my beloved brother too! Emu please be strong in God, I feel how painful the situation is. We are also unable to belive it. We pray for him , hope God will do somthing to him.
    (George,Amare & Azeb )

  15. By Bayush
    11/1/09 at 10:12 p.m.
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    Dear Emu, God will do miracles, we are praying for Tom, please keep your faith, tell God that you are wiaitng for His Hand. Pasalm 121:1-2 says "I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills, from whence cometh my help.My help cometh from the LORD, Who made heaven and earth." Dear sisters and Brothers, who read this comment, please let us lift our eyes to the Lord together. Remain Blessed!

  16. By alse
    11/1/09 at 11:15 p.m.
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    Psalm 107:28-30 reminds us, "Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and he brought them out of their distress. He stilled the storm to a whisper; the waves of the sea were hushed. They were glad when it grew calm, and he guided them to their desired haven." There is power in prayer! Let's pray earnestly.
    with the family..........

  17. By kiya
    11/4/09 at 8:43 p.m.
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    Dear Emu,
    We are really sorry for what happened to beloved Tom. Even in this hard time of you life God is able to change things for His own glory. Brothers and sisters here in Ethiopia are praying a lot for Tom so that may the Lord gives him miraculous healing. Emu, be strong in the Lord for He is the beginning and the end. You are always in our prayers, we love you.

    Hiwot and Misikir (ET)

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