Tragic Loss: Driver Dies in Horrific Single-Vehicle Rollover on SR-160 in Nye County

Nye County, NV – A devastating single-vehicle crash on State Route 160 in Nye County on Monday, April 22nd, tragically claimed the life of the driver and left a passenger with non-life-threatening injuries. The incident, which unfolded around 4:35 p.m. near mile marker 15, prompted an immediate response from the Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol.

Authorities reported that a 2021 Hyundai Elantra, carrying two occupants, was traveling along SR-160 when the driver, for reasons currently under investigation, lost control of the vehicle.

Eyewitness accounts and preliminary findings suggest that the driver overcorrected, initiating a catastrophic sequence that led to the car overturning multiple times.

Tragically, the male driver was pronounced deceased at the scene, underscoring the severe impact of the accident. The female passenger, though injured, was fortunate to escape with non-life-threatening conditions.

She was swiftly transported to University Medical Center (UMC) Trauma in Las Vegas for medical evaluation and treatment.

Investigators from the Nevada State Police, Highway Patrol, are meticulously piecing together the events leading up to the crash. While the official cause remains under active investigation, speed has been identified as a suspected contributing factor in this horrific rollover incident.

The precise circumstances that led the driver to lose control are a key focus of the ongoing inquiry.

In the aftermath of the collision, the southbound lanes of SR-160 were temporarily closed to facilitate the emergency response, debris clearance, and a thorough investigation. This closure caused significant traffic disruptions, highlighting the extensive nature of the scene and the importance of a comprehensive examination.

This heartbreaking incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical importance of safe driving practices and vigilance on our roadways.

The community extends its deepest condolences to the family and friends of the deceased driver and wishes a swift recovery to the injured passenger as investigations continue into this tragic event.