The Nevada Office of Traffic Safety released its May 2026 Statewide Fatal Report, and the numbers have increased compared to this time last year. In May 2026, 32 lives were claimed on Nevada’s roadways compared to 28 in May 2025, marking a 14.29% increase. So far in 2026, there have been 140 road fatalities in Nevada, marking a decrease of 16.17%. Although overall fatalities remain down compared to last year, May’s increase serves as a reminder that traffic-related deaths remain a significant public safety issue requiring ongoing attention and community-wide commitment to safer roadways.
With increased travel expected around Juneteenth weekend, the Nevada Office of Traffic Safety encourages all road users to prioritize safety, plan ahead and practice responsible driving behaviors to help keep Nevada’s roadways safe during the holiday and beyond.
Attached is the state’s May 2026 Fatal Report in full. Please note that this report is a point in time comparison. 2026 data is preliminary and does not necessarily include final reports (Form 5, Coroner, and/or Toxicology reports). 2026 data will not be final until early 2028.
Interviews with Office of Traffic Safety PIO Anita Pepper available upon request.
For additional information and data, please visit https://www.zerofatalitiesnv.com Note to reporters: We would appreciate your support in saying ‘crash’ instead of ‘accident’ when reporting. Crashes are completely preventable and not an accident.
About Zero Fatalities
Nevada’s Zero Fatalities Program is all about eliminating fatalities on Nevada roadways. Some people may think zero is an impossible goal, but when it comes to your family and friends, what other number would be acceptable? We’re aiming for zero because everyone matters. The road to zero targets key behaviors like buckling up, being pedestrian and motorcycle safe, eliminating impaired driving, focusing on the road, and stopping on red.
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Media Contacts
Kirvin Doak Communications
ZF@kirvindoak.com
Anita Pepper, Public Information Officer
State of Nevada | Department of Public Safety | Office of Traffic Safety
a.pepper@dps.state.nv.us
