Tragedy Strikes: Man in Wheelchair Dies Days After Las Vegas Hit-and-Run

A profound sense of sorrow has gripped the Las Vegas community following the tragic death of 61-year-old Jeffrey Johnson. Johnson, who was utilizing a motorized wheelchair, succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday, June 25, just four days after being involved in a devastating hit-and-run incident.

The collision, which has now turned into a fatal investigation, occurred on Friday, June 21, around 9:35 p.m.

Johnson was attempting to cross East Charleston Boulevard, just east of Pecos Road, when he was struck by a vehicle. According to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD), Johnson was outside a marked crosswalk at the time of the impact.

Witnesses and preliminary police findings indicate that Johnson was hit by a dark-colored SUV, believed to be a Jeep Grand Cherokee.

The force of the collision left the SUV with significant damage to its front driver's side. Disturbingly, the driver of the vehicle failed to stop and render aid, fleeing the scene immediately after the impact.

Emergency services quickly responded to the scene, and Johnson was transported to a local hospital with severe injuries.

Despite the best efforts of medical personnel, his condition deteriorated over the following days, leading to his passing. The Clark County coroner's office has since confirmed that Johnson's death was accidental, resulting from blunt force trauma sustained in the crash.

The LVMPD's Traffic Bureau has taken charge of the ongoing investigation.

Detectives are tirelessly working to identify and locate the driver responsible for this heartbreaking incident. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash, the vehicle, or the driver to come forward. The community's cooperation is crucial in bringing closure to Johnson's family and ensuring justice is served for this senseless loss of life.

Information can be shared directly with the LVMPD or anonymously through Crime Stoppers.