A tanker truck hit and killed a man today at the intersection of Lake Mead Boulevard and Civic Center in North Las Vegas.

According to witnesses, the man allegedly walked between to 18-wheel semis and was struck and killed by the tanker truck.  Witnesses who observed the semi accident were horrified.

Investigators were on the scene taking pictures of the accident and noted the would disclose the finding at a later date.  It appears the driver was not at fault, however often times 18-wheel semi accidents are a result of negligence or physical impairment of the driver due to alcohol or other drugs.

If you have  a loved one who has been wrongfully killed due to circumstances that could have been avoided, contact the Semi Accident specialists in Las Vegs, Benson & Bingham.