A bicyclist was struck and killed by a vehicle late Tuesday afternoon near Flamingo Road and S. Eastern Avenue.
That accident was on the heels of a crash where a pedestrian was killed on Friday after being hit by a vehicle near Boulder Highway and Nellis Boulevard.
These accidents add to what could be the deadliest year on record for bicyclists and pedestrians in Southern Nevada.
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As of October 30, Clark County saw 59 pedestrian fatalities, up from 41 at the same point last year.
Meanwhile, five bicyclists died during that same time period — one more than at the same point last year.
It’s believed that poor lighting and visibility are often factors in accidents involving pedestrians and bicyclists.