Witness says Las Vegas suspect was driving nearly 100 MPH before deadly DUI crash [Video]

LAS VEGAS, Nev. (FOX5) – An arrest report following a deadly April 28 crash in Las Vegas includes a statement from a witness reporting that the suspect was driving nearly 100 MPH before losing control in a curve and striking a median before crashing into the victim’s vehicle.

The crash happened at 10:38 p.m. last Sunday near Buffalo Drive and Peacock Avenue. The crash occurred when a Honda failed to negotiate a turn and crossed the center median, entering a Hyundai’s path of travel. The two vehicles collided head-on, redirecting the Hyundai into a roadside barrier.

Both drivers were hospitalized for their injuries, though the driver of the Hyundai, identified as a 78-year-old, was later pronounced dead.

The driver of the Honda, identified as Juan De Leon, 23, displayed signs of impairment and was booked in absentia for DUI resulting in death. According to a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department arrest report, a witness told police that she …