The Nevada State Police have identified a driver killed in a wrong-way crash on I-80. The incident occurred on January 2, 2026, with details about the cause still under investigation.
NEVADA - January 2, 2026
A driver was killed in a wrong-way crash on Interstate 80, according to the Nevada State Police. The incident occurred on Friday, though the exact time of the crash has not been released. The crash resulted in one fatality, and the identity of the driver has been confirmed by authorities.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: January 2, 2026, exact time not specified
- Location: Interstate 80, NV
- Type of crash: Wrong-way
- Vehicles involved: Not specified
- Fatalities: 1
- Responding agencies: Nevada State Police
- Source(s): Reno Gazette Journal
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on Interstate 80 in Nevada, involving a wrong-way driver. The Nevada State Police responded to the scene, confirming the fatality of the driver involved. The exact sequence of events leading up to the crash has not been detailed in the reports, and no additional vehicles have been specified as involved.
Emergency services were dispatched to the scene following the crash, and the Nevada State Police have been handling the investigation. The identity of the deceased driver has been released by the authorities, though further personal details have not been disclosed.
People Involved
The crash resulted in the death of the driver involved in the wrong-way incident. The Nevada State Police have confirmed the fatality, but the name and age of the driver have not been disclosed publicly. No other injuries have been reported at this time.