LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — A crosswalk in northeast Las Vegas could soon see major safety improvements following the death of a 17-year-old who police say was struck and killed by an impaired driver over the weekend.
WATCH | Jhovani Carrillo has more on those changes:
Eric Estrada was walking to his sister's house when he was hit at the intersection of Lake Mead and Lamont, according to police.
The suspected impaired driver, Mark Clayton, is facing several felony charges, including DUI and reckless driving. He is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 26.
"That's very terrible," Lisa Phillips said. "It is terrible, cause it is a crosswalk."
The Nevada Department of Transportation says it hopes to install rapid flashing beacons at the crosswalk to "improve visibility and provide a more controlled crossing for students and pedestrians."
NDOT conducted a Special Pedestrian/Bicycle Count Study, which resulted in the recommended changes.
The upgrades are part of a larger pedestrian safety plan for the area.
Other major elements of the project include:
• Pavement preservation
• ADA and pedestrian facility upgrades throughout the urban arterial
• Replacement of hundreds of non-compliant curb ramps and driveways
• Installation of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) systems at multiple pedestrian crossings
• Signal modifications
• Installation of fiber conduit for ITS interconnect from Lamb Boulevard to Hollywood Boulevard
• Hydraulic improvements
• Lighting upgrades
• New signing and striping
Design is anticipated to be completed by July 2028, with construction expected to begin in Spring 2029, pending funding availability.
Lisa Phillips has walked the sidewalks in the area for roughly 50 years. She said reckless drivers on the road make her fear for her safety.
"There's a lot of crazy drivers. It's really hard to cross the street," Phillips said.
John Jones, another local resident, agreed about the dangerous driving conditions.
"They're driving crazy out here. People are not watching the road," Jones said.
Both residents welcomed the planned safety improvements.
"I think it's a good idea," Phillips said. "It will be helpful to have lights out here, so they'll stop."
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