Woman faces charges for series of hit-and-run crashes over July 4th weekend
Multiple victims injured in early morning collisions on Boulder Highway
A 39-year-old Las Vegas woman is facing serious charges after allegedly causing three separate hit-and-run collisions during the early morning hours of July 6, leaving multiple victims injured and one person fighting for their life in a coma.
Shelly Barlow was arrested on July 11 and is currently being held at the Clark County Detention Center on two counts of duty to stop at the scene of a crash involving death or personal injury, according to court documents obtained by local authorities.
Chain of collisions spans multiple intersections
The series of crashes began at approximately 4:25 a.m. when Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department received reports of a collision involving multiple vehicles and pedestrians at the intersection of Boulder Highway and Tropicana Avenue. Within minutes, the situation escalated dramatically.
Just three minutes later, at 4:28 a.m., officers received a more urgent call from Boulder Highway and Lamb Boulevard. This collision proved far more severe, with responding officers finding a pedestrian trapped beneath the driver’s side tire of a red sedan. The victim sustained life-threatening injuries including multiple broken bones and a brain bleed, according to police reports.
Investigators determined that the victims at the Lamb Boulevard location were crossing the street in a marked crosswalk with a “Walk” signal when they were struck. The driver, later identified as Barlow, fled the scene without stopping to render aid or report the incident.
Third collision completes dangerous morning
After leaving the scene at Boulder Highway and Lamb Boulevard, Barlow allegedly continued her path of destruction, causing a third hit-and-run collision near Charleston Boulevard and Eastern Avenue. She did not remain at any of the three crash sites, leaving victims injured and in need of immediate medical attention.
Child witness to crashes
Perhaps most disturbing in this case is the revelation that Barlow’s child was reportedly in the passenger seat throughout all three hit-and-run incidents, according to court documents. This adds another layer of concern to an already tragic series of events.
Victim remains in critical condition
One of the victims struck during the July 6 incidents remains hospitalized in a coma, fighting for their life weeks after the crashes. The severity of injuries sustained, particularly in the Boulder Highway and Lamb Boulevard collision, has left family members and the community hoping for recovery while grappling with the senseless nature of the incidents.
Community concerns about pedestrian safety
The crashes have reignited discussions about pedestrian safety in Las Vegas, particularly along Boulder Highway, which has been identified as one of the more dangerous corridors for pedestrians in the valley. Police reports indicate that several of the victims were identified as members of the homeless community, a vulnerable population that often faces increased risks near busy roadways.
Local resident Dominic Noce, who frequents the area near Boulder Highway and Lamb Boulevard, expressed the community’s frustration with dangerous driving in the area. “There’s a lot of hazardous drivers. It’s dangerous out here,” he told reporters, calling for more than just “a slap on the wrist” for drivers who flee accident scenes.
Rising trend of pedestrian fatalities
These incidents come amid troubling statistics for pedestrian safety in Las Vegas and Clark County. Recent data shows that pedestrian deaths have been climbing, with Clark County experiencing a 14% increase in pedestrian fatalities in 2024, reaching 95 deaths. The county accounts for approximately 85% of all pedestrian deaths in Nevada.
Hit-and-run incidents remain a persistent problem in the Las Vegas Valley, with multiple cases reported throughout 2025. In May alone, several pedestrians lost their lives in hit-and-run crashes, including incidents on the Las Vegas Strip and various major intersections throughout the city.
Legal proceedings ahead
Barlow declined a request for a jailhouse interview following her arrest. She now faces serious legal consequences for her alleged actions, with charges that could result in significant prison time if convicted. The fact that all three collisions occurred within a short time frame and involved fleeing the scene compounds the severity of the charges.
As the legal process unfolds, the focus remains on the victims of these crashes, particularly the individual who remains in critical condition. The case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from reckless driving and the decision to flee accident scenes rather than stop to help those injured.
For Las Vegas residents and visitors alike, this incident underscores the importance of remaining vigilant on roadways, respecting crosswalk signals, and always stopping to render aid if involved in a collision. The lives changed by these few minutes of dangerous driving decisions will be impacted for years to come.
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Category: Breaking News
Subcategory: Crime & Safety
Date: 07/25/2025
