CSN Professor Injured in Tropicana Hit-and-Run
The victim is recovering at University Medical Center after being struck during a morning jog.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Accidents
A College of Southern Nevada professor was hospitalized in critical condition following a hit-and-run incident on Tropicana Avenue. A passing witness alerted emergency services to the scene, where investigators later recovered a mirror from the vehicle involved.
Why it matters
The crash highlights the ongoing safety risks for pedestrians on major arterial roads like Tropicana. Investigators are currently processing evidence from the scene to identify the driver responsible for the collision.
The victim faces an estimated recovery time of six weeks following surgery. No details regarding the suspect vehicle or the driver's identity are known at this time.
The players
Ernest Bavarsad
A professor at the College of Southern Nevada who was struck by a vehicle.
Nevada State Police
The law enforcement agency leading the investigation into the hit-and-run.
University Medical Center
The hospital where the victim is currently receiving medical treatment.
The details
The professor was struck while on a morning run before being transported to University Medical Center for emergency surgery to address a brain bleed. The Nevada State Police are leading the investigation into the collision and have scheduled an update for the public. Residents who may have witnessed the event or have information regarding vehicles with recent mirror damage should contact local authorities.
Timeline
Wednesday morning: The collision occurred on Tropicana Avenue.
Friday morning: The victim underwent surgery to treat a brain bleed.
Monday: Nevada State Police are expected to provide an update on the investigation.
Six weeks: The estimated timeframe for the victim's recovery.
Beyond the Strip
This incident follows a persistent pattern of pedestrian collisions on major arterial roads documented in regional traffic safety records. It highlights the continued prevalence of hit-and-run incidents on roads like Tropicana.
If you travel along Tropicana Avenue, remain vigilant for emergency personnel or remaining investigators on-site. Any information regarding suspicious vehicle damage should be reported to the Nevada State Police.
The takeaway
The investigation remains active while the victim continues to recover from surgery. Watch for the official department statement on Monday regarding potential leads or suspect information.
What happens next
The Nevada State Police are expected to release an official update regarding the status of the investigation on Monday.
Further reading
For more on road safety in our region, visit Accidents.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KTNV.
