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A 25-year-old man has been charged with DUI after a fatal crash in Las Vegas where he drove off Interstate 15 and collided with a parked vehicle, resulting in the death of its driver. Earlier DUI convictions raise concerns about impaired driving in the area, as accidents continue to occur on Nevada roads.
Las Vegas – A 25-year-old man, Eric Halton, has been charged with driving while impaired, resulting in a fatal crash on Interstate 15 early on June 10, 2025. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. when Halton’s vehicle veered off the road and collided with a parked Honda, leading to the death of the car’s driver, 48-year-old Mazin Aljawhar from Las Vegas.
According to police reports, Halton drove onto the right shoulder of the southbound lanes, striking the parked Honda. The force of the impact caused the Honda to overturn, rolling into the desert area adjacent to the highway. Aljawhar was ejected from the vehicle and died at the scene due to the severity of the crash. Halton, sustaining non-life-threatening injuries, was airlifted to a local hospital for treatment.
Law enforcement officials indicated that Halton exhibited clear signs of impairment when officers arrived at the crash site. At the time of the accident, Halton was driving with a revoked license, linked to a previous DUI conviction from 2023. He had faced DUI charges for an incident that took place in 2022 and ultimately pleaded no contest. As a result of that conviction, a judge had mandated that Halton attend DUI school, perform community service, and install a breath-interlock device on his vehicle for a duration of six months.
Toxicology results from the June 10 crash are still pending, but Halton was arrested at the hospital following the incident. He is currently facing several charges, including:
- Felony DUI alcohol/drugs resulting in death or substantial bodily harm
- Reckless driving resulting in death
- Driving without a valid driver’s license
- Failure to drive within marked travel lanes
- Failure to wear a safety belt
- Operating an unregistered vehicle
This crash is one of several serious incidents on the highways around Las Vegas this year. Year-to-date statistics from the Nevada State Police Highway Patrol Region One reveal that there have been 31 fatal crashes resulting in a total of 32 deaths. The continuing rise in fatal accidents on the state’s roadways has underscored ongoing concerns about road safety, particularly related to impaired driving.
The ramifications of impaired driving are severe, not only legally but also for the individuals and families involved. In Halton’s case, his prior DUI conviction and its consequences were not enough to deter him from allegedly engaging in similar reckless behavior. Law enforcement agencies and community activists are advocating for stricter measures to combat impaired driving and promote safer road usage.
The ongoing investigation surrounding the June 10 crash will influence further legal proceedings against Halton and may impact discussions about policies aimed at preventing future tragedies on Nevada’s highways.
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Additional Resources
- 8 News Now
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: Road Safety
- Review Journal
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