LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — Police are investigating a hit-and-run that hospitalized a 12-year-old with life-threatening injuries.
It happened near 21st Street and Owns Avenue around 7:39 a.m. Friday, according to the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Police said the wreck involved a 12-year-old on his way to school and that the vehicle did not remain at the scene.
Police later located the driver — identified as 27-year-old OH' Ryan Brooks — and took him into custody. Police said impairment is suspected. Brooks' first court appearance is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, at 1:30 p.m.
Watch the full police briefing here:
[FULL BRIEFING] Police share details of hit-and-run near Rancho High School
This is an ongoing investigation. Please avoid the area due to road closures.
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