Pedestrian dies after being struck by car in front of Summerlin casino

Nevada Highway Patrol was investigating a fatal crash in front of Red Rock Resort.

The Highway Patrol said a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle around 8:39 p.m. in an eastbound entrance of the casino.

The man was taken to an area hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, police said. The driver involved in the crash stayed at the scene and was cooperating with investigators.

All eastbound lanes on Charleston Boulevard east of the 215 Beltway were shut down for investigation. Highway Patrol said drivers are encouraged to avoid the area.