North Las Vegas, NV (September 17, 2025) – A fatal collision involving a semitruck and a passenger car on Interstate 15 south of the Speedway Boulevard offramp claimed the life of 31-year-old Rodbel Alejandro Virula, according to Nevada State Police.
Accident Details: Authorities said the crash happened just after 10 p.m. when a semitruck with a trailing unit was traveling north on I-15. A hatchback that was stationary in the roadway was struck from behind by the semitruck, causing the hatchback to overturn onto its left side. The truck driver was transported to a hospital with injuries described as not life-threatening. Mr. Virula, the driver of the hatchback, was pronounced dead at the scene. The northbound lanes were impacted during the response as troopers and emergency crews worked to secure the site and document evidence.
Investigation: State police are analyzing roadway markings, vehicle positions, and impact points to reconstruct the sequence of events leading to the rear-end collision. Investigators typically review commercial carrier compliance, including hours-of-service records, maintenance logs, and any dash-cam or onboard data captured by the semitruck’s systems. Witness statements and potential traffic-camera footage from the Speedway area may also help clarify whether visibility, speed, or inattentiveness contributed to the crash. Officials noted this is among dozens of fatal crashes they have investigated across Nevada in 2025, underscoring ongoing safety concerns on high-speed corridors.
Legal Considerations: Collisions involving commercial trucks often involve multiple lines of responsibility. Mr. Virula’s family may consider a wrongful death claim seeking compensation for funeral expenses, loss of financial support, and other damages tied to the crash. Evidence preservation—such as vehicle data modules, carrier records, scene photographs, and witness accounts—can be critical to determining fault and identifying all liable parties, which may include the driver and, depending on findings, the trucking company or equipment providers. Insurance carriers for the commercial vehicle and the passenger car will likely conduct parallel reviews while authorities finalize their report.
I extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Rodbel Alejandro Virula and hope for the full recovery of anyone else affected by this North Las Vegas truck accident.
Source: FOX5 Vegas