A 14-year-old Carson High School student died Sunday evening after being struck by a vehicle at the intersection of North Carson Street and Nye Lane.
The driver of the vehicle, along with witnesses, remained at the scene and is cooperating with law enforcement. The accident is being investigated by the Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit and the Nevada State Police.
“Although the scene was dark, street light fixtures existed on both sides of the street and crosswalk where the juvenile and her boyfriend were crossing. The victim’s friend was not injured in the accident,” the press release said.
The crash was reported at 5:40 p.m.
“At arrival, sheriff’s deputies began administering life-saving medical attention,” a press release from the sheriff’s office said. “However, upon the arrival of Fire/Paramedic units the pedestrian was declared deceased at the scene.”
The victim is a Carson High School student and her two brothers attend a Carson elementary school.
The Carson City Sheriff’s School Resource Officers are working with the Carson City School District to prepare for counseling service options.
“We are truly saddened to learn of a horrific pedestrian/car accident on North Carson Street involving one of our Carson High School students,” said a Andrew Feuling, superintendent, Carson City School District in a statement. “Late this evening, we were informed by law enforcement that the student had passed away. Our hearts ache for all the families and individuals involved.”
Grief counseling and support for students and staff will be available as needed throughout the week. For appointments, reach out to the social workers at Carson High School at 775-283-1834.
Anyone with information regarding the accident should contact the Sheriff’s Office at 775-887-2677.