In November 2024, Nikki Serrat, 32, was accused of causing a multi-vehicle disaster in Las Vegas that killed two children, Taliyah Lewis and Dante Lewis. Serrat was driving a stolen 2014 Lexus GS350 when she allegedly ran a red light and collided with a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander. Prior to the incident, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police attempted to conduct a traffic stop on Serrat's vehicle, but she accelerated instead of stopping. The Lexus collided with the Mitsubishi Outlander on its right side, causing it to collide with two other vehicles stopped at a red light. Taliyah and Dante died from blunt force trauma. They were sent to Sunrise Hospital, but did not survive. Serrat was later discovered at her cousin's home in North Las Vegas, where she had injured her hand. She has been charged with several offenses, including reckless driving resulting in death, hit-and-run, possession or transfer of a stolen car, and driving without a valid license. A preliminary hearing is scheduled for December 2, after which further legal proceedings will take place.
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Overview of the Incident Involving Nikki Serrat
On November 8, 2024, a tragic incident occurred in Las Vegas involving 32-year-old Nikki Serrat, who is accused of causing a multi-vehicle crash that resulted in the deaths of two children, Taliyah Lewis (6) and Dante Lewis (11). The crash took place at the intersection of Flamingo Road and Pecos-McLeod Interconnect. According to reports, Serrat was driving a stolen 2014 Lexus GS350 when she allegedly sped through a red light and collided with a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Details Leading Up to the Crash
Prior to the crash, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police attempted to initiate a traffic stop on Serrat’s vehicle after it was reported stolen from a car rental agency. When officers activated their lights, Serrat reportedly accelerated instead of pulling over. Witnesses indicated that she reached speeds of up to 73 mph before the collision. Data retrieved from the Lexus confirmed that just seconds before impact, the vehicle was traveling at approximately 73 mph.
A passenger in Serrat’s vehicle recounted that she urged her to stop for police, but instead, Serrat continued to flee. The passenger recalled yelling “Nikki, no!” just before the crash occurred.
The Collision and Its Aftermath
The Lexus struck the right side of the Mitsubishi Outlander, which then crashed into two other vehicles that were stopped at a red light. Tragically, Taliyah and Dante were seated in the second-row passenger seats of the Mitsubishi and suffered fatal injuries as a result of blunt force trauma. They were transported to Sunrise Hospital but did not survive.
After fleeing on foot from the scene, Serrat was located by police the following day at her cousin’s residence in North Las Vegas. She had sustained an injury to her hand during this time but declined to provide further information during questioning by law enforcement.
Legal Consequences
Serrat has been charged with multiple offenses including reckless driving resulting in death, hit-and-run involving death, possession or transfer of a stolen vehicle, and driving without a valid license. During her initial court appearance on November 13, 2024, bail was denied due to her prior criminal history and being on probation for another case at the time of this incident. Prosecutors highlighted her extensive criminal background dating back to 2009 which includes several felony convictions related to drugs and weapons.
A preliminary hearing is scheduled for December 2, where further legal proceedings will take place regarding these serious charges.
Conclusion
“On November 8, 2024 (Friday) around 5pm, Cynthia and her 4 kids, Dante (11), Kyrie (10), Amara (8), and Taliyah (6), were on the way to my house for me to babysit them and for her to go to work. On the way there, they got into a deadly car accident caused by a stolen vehicle going over 100 miles per hour allegedly trying to get away from the police. The suspect ran a red light at this speed, which caused the collision. My sister was taking a left-hand turn, and the suspect was going straight. This caused Cynthia’s car to skid to the other side and hit 3 other cars.
Dante was found dead on the scene, and the rest were taken in critical condition. Taliyah died at the hospital later that night fighting for her life. Kyrie is left with a broken femur and pelvis. Amara had a few bruises and trauma.”
The case against Nikki Serrat highlights significant issues surrounding reckless driving behavior and its devastating consequences on innocent lives. The loss of Taliyah and Dante Lewis serves as a tragic reminder of how quickly circumstances can change due to irresponsible actions behind the wheel.
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