Tragic Hit-and-Run Claims Lives of Nevada State Troopers on Las Vegas Freeway

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Two Nevada state troopers were killed in a hit-and-run incident on a Las Vegas freeway while assisting a driver who was asleep behind the wheel. The driver of a white Chevrolet HHR struck both troopers and fled the scene. One trooper died at the hospital, while the other died at the scene. The suspect, identified as Jemarcus Williams, was later taken into custody and faces multiple charges, including reckless driving resulting in death and driving under the influence resulting in death. The incident has been described as a devastating loss for Nevada law enforcement.
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