Who was arrested for the New Year's Eve hit-and-run in Las Vegas?

Joshua Johnson, 31, was arrested by Las Vegas Metro police for the fatal hit-and-run on New Year's Eve.

What are the charges against Joshua Johnson?

Joshua Johnson faces a charge of duty to stop at the scene of a crash, and his bail has been set at $100,000.

Where did the fatal hit-and-run occur on Boulder Highway?

The fatal hit-and-run occurred on the northbound lanes of Boulder Highway south of Whitney Avenue in Las Vegas.

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New Year's Eve Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested

4 Jan

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Summary

Suspect Joshua Johnson arrested for fatal New Year's Eve hit-and-run.
Johnson faces charges and bail set at $100,000 with restrictions.
Pedestrian was crossing Boulder Highway outside a crosswalk.

New Year's Eve Hit-and-Run Suspect Arrested

Las Vegas Metro police have arrested Joshua Johnson, 31, in connection with a deadly hit-and-run incident that occurred on New Year's Eve. Johnson was taken into custody and is facing charges related to failing to stop at the scene of a crash.

The collision took place on New Year's Eve around 6:15 p.m. on Boulder Highway near Whitney Avenue. Police stated that the pedestrian, whose identity has not yet been released, was struck in a travel lane as they attempted to cross the road outside of a crosswalk.

Johnson made an initial court appearance, where bail was set at $100,000. If he posts bail, he will be subject to electronic monitoring and will be prohibited from operating a motor vehicle. He is scheduled for a follow-up court appearance on January 6.

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