Family Settles Wrongful Death Suit in Centennial Accident
The civil case against contractors concludes following a 2022 fatal crash on U.S. 95.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Law Enforcement
The family of Justin Terry, a 45-year-old Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department detective, has settled a wrongful death lawsuit against Western States Contracting and Las Vegas Paving. The agreement was reached during jury selection for a civil trial stemming from the 2022 accident on U.S. 95.
Why it matters
The case centered on safety failures during the Centennial Bowl project, where an overloaded construction truck struck an early warning beam, causing it to collapse onto Terry's vehicle. The resolution concludes the legal battle over the fatality involving a veteran officer who served for nearly 21 years.
The settlement concludes a lawsuit for a 45-year-old officer who served under 21 years with Metro. While the civil proceedings are resolved, the specific dollar amount of the settlement remains undisclosed.
The players
Justin Terry
A veteran detective of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department who served in the Homicide Sex Crimes Bureau.
Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department
The local law enforcement agency where the victim served for nearly 21 years.
Las Vegas Paving
The general contractor responsible for the Centennial Bowl project.
Western States Contracting
The company that employed the driver of the truck involved in the fatal collision.
The details
The fatal accident occurred at the Centennial Bowl construction site when a truck operated by Western States Contracting hit an overhead beam. This beam subsequently struck the car driven by Terry, who was a member of the Homicide Sex Crimes Bureau. The settlement with the general contractor, Las Vegas Paving, and the subcontractor ends the pending court action.
Timeline
Justin Terry died in a freeway accident in 2022.
Jury selection for the civil trial took place on October 19, 2026.
Beyond the Strip
The Centennial Bowl project has long been a focal point for traffic navigation in the northwest valley. This settlement marks a final legal chapter for the major infrastructure project, contrasting with the typical focus on project completion dates.
The civil lawsuit is now closed, ending the public trial proceedings. No further action is required from the community or the public regarding this case.
The takeaway
The settlement provides closure for the family of the longtime officer following the tragedy at the Centennial Bowl. Residents should note that major construction zones on U.S. 95 continue to impact traffic patterns throughout the northwest valley.
Further reading
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