Southwest Las Vegas resident Lynda Romero is once again urging city officials to add a crossing guard at the busy Jones Boulevard‑Russell Road intersection. Her plea follows a recent accident that left her 15‑year‑old son, Dazjer, seriously shaken after a driver hit him while he was riding his scooter near the school‑zone crosswalk.
Details of the incident
According to Romero, Dazjer was traveling home from Durango High School when a vehicle failed to slow down at the crosswalk. The driver struck the scooter, sending Dazjer airborne. He described landing on the hood of a car, rolling down, and then getting up after a brief moment on the pavement.
Paramedics and Las Vegas Metropolitan Police responded promptly. Dazjer was taken to a local hospital for evaluation. The driver, who remained at the scene, reportedly escorted the teen home and offered $300 to cover scooter repairs. Romero filed a police report, and the department is currently investigating the crash.
Long‑standing safety concerns
Romero first voiced concerns about driver behavior at this intersection during a September interview, noting that motorists often wait until children are already in the crosswalk before stopping. “He wasn’t riding fast or being reckless,” she said, emphasizing that her son was following all safety rules.
She added that many drivers appear to treat the crosswalk as an optional stop, creating a hazardous environment for families who live nearby and for the many students who cross the street daily.
Petition for a crossing guard
In response to the accident, Romero launched an online petition calling for a dedicated crossing guard at Jones and Russell. The petition highlights the need for a visible, authoritative presence to ensure drivers yield to pedestrians, especially school‑age children.
“We hope bringing more attention to the issue will help prevent another family from experiencing something similar,” Romero said. The petition has already gathered support from local parents, teachers, and community members who share concerns about traffic safety in the area.
City response and next steps
City officials have not yet issued a formal statement regarding the request for a crossing guard. However, the Las Vegas Department of Public Works routinely evaluates traffic‑safety improvements based on incident reports and community feedback. Residents are encouraged to submit additional comments through the city’s official portal to help prioritize the request.
In the meantime, Romero urges drivers to exercise extra caution at the intersection, especially during school‑hours, and to obey all traffic signals and crosswalk signs. She also recommends that parents supervise younger children when crossing and consider alternative routes until safety measures are enhanced.
How to get involved
Community members who wish to support the petition can sign it online at the link provided in the original report. Local schools and neighborhood associations are also invited to disseminate the petition to families and to coordinate with city officials for a possible town‑hall meeting on traffic safety.
Ensuring safe passage for students remains a shared responsibility among parents, drivers, and municipal authorities. Romero’s renewed advocacy underscores the importance of proactive measures to protect children in Las Vegas neighborhoods.
Original reporting: KTNV 13 Action News Las Vegas (local) — read the source article.
