Las Vegas police are cracking down on dangerous driving after 20 pedestrian deaths in 2026. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department reports that speeding, impaired driving, and failure to yield are the leading causes of fatal crashes in the city. Police are emphasizing Nevada's 'due care' law, which requires drivers to reduce speed when approaching intersections.

Officer Michael Rose stressed that drivers must be prepared to stop, explaining that slowing down before intersections can significantly reduce crash severity. With nearly 2,000 crashes in LVMPD's jurisdiction, police are boosting patrols at 12 dangerous intersections identified in January. Lieutenant Cody Fulwiler noted that drivers are often surprised when cited for failing to follow basic traffic laws.

Despite seeming like common sense, police say many drivers forget these fundamental safety rules. The department is urging both drivers and pedestrians to exercise greater caution on Las Vegas roads. As the city continues to grapple with traffic fatalities, enforcement of due care laws represents a key strategy in reducing deadly crashes and improving pedestrian safety.