Larry Martinez, 67, killed by alleged hit-and-run driver Zoltan Istvan Pentek, 22, on East Charleston Boulevard in east Las Vegas, Nevada
Bicyclist killed, driver sought in east Vegas crash
Police urged anyone with information on the crash to contact Metro's Accident Investigation Section at 702-828-3595 or Crime Stoppers at 702-385-5555. Crime Stoppers can also be reached at crimestoppersofnv.com or by texting “CRIMENV” as well as the tip information to 274637.
Driver identified, jailed in bicyclist's hit-and-run death
Police said evidence at the scene indicated a Honda Civic struck and killed bicyclist Larry Martinez. Pentek was involved in a second crash near Charleston and Lamb Boulevard about 10 minutes after the deadly hit-and-run.
Man faces charges in crash that killed bicyclist
Other charges against Pentek include having an open alcohol container in his vehicle, failure to decrease speed or use due care, possession of a gun while under the influence, carrying a concealed weapon without a permit and operating an unregistered vehicle, according to the jail records.
According to Las Vegas Metro police, the hit-and-run crash took place on East Charleston Boulevard west of South Mojave Road at 11:38 p.m. Thursday when a 67-year-old man riding a bike was struck from behind by a car. The cyclist died at the scene, and the vehicle fled. Police were able to identify the vehicle after car parts were found at the scene as a result of the crash, and are now looking for a dark green 1999 Honda Civic DX 4-Door car.
After a serious or fatal bicycle accident, take these steps to help the recovery process
When someone is seriously injured in a bicycle accident, the first days and weeks are spent getting medical treatment and dealing with the new reality of injuries, pain, lost work, and disruption to normal life. When someone dies in a crash, family members are forced to deal with grief, anger, and loss as they struggle to move forward.
After a serious or fatal bicycle collision, an injured person, or the family left behind, incur damages including the cost of current and future medical expenses, lost work and wages, pain and suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life. When the crash is caused by a negligent driver, there may be financial recovery available for the victims.
Go here to learn how to protect the legal rights of bicycle accident victims and their families.
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