Fernando Jimenez-Jimenez Obituary, Death – The Clark County Coroner’s Office has revealed the identity of the driver involved in a tragic crash on Interstate 15 (I-15) that led to the death of Las Vegas police officer Colton Pulsipher. The driver, 31-year-old Fernando Jimenez-Jimenez, was confirmed to be the wrong-way driver who collided with Officer Pulsipher on the morning of Thursday, December 12, 2024. The coroner’s office noted that Jimenez-Jimenez’s exact residence is currently unknown.
The incident occurred around 12:26 a.m., near the Valley of Fire State Park. Jimenez-Jimenez was reportedly driving southbound on the northbound lanes of I-15 when the crash took place. The collision resulted in the deaths of both Jimenez-Jimenez and Officer Pulsipher. The crash also left a third individual, a woman, with injuries. She was airlifted from the scene and was later reported to have non-life-threatening injuries.
Nevada State Police are still investigating the crash, and further details remain unclear. The tragic event has drawn attention as it highlights the dangers of wrong-way driving on highways, and the community continues to mourn Officer Pulsipher’s loss. The situation remains under investigation, and additional information will be provided as it becomes available.
As of now, this is an ongoing story, and updates are expected in the coming days as authorities continue their work on the case.