In Loving Memory of Roger Fernando Perez-Diaz
The Las Vegas community is mourning the tragic loss of 27-year-old Roger Fernando Perez-Diaz, who was killed in a devastating crash on northbound Interstate 15 near Tropicana Avenue on Friday evening. The fatal collision occurred around 6:54 p.m., prompting the Nevada State Police and emergency medical crews to respond. Despite their rapid arrival, Roger was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving loved ones and first responders shaken by the suddenness of the tragedy.
According to the preliminary investigation, Roger had been traveling northbound on a Suzuki motorcycle when he collided with the back of a black Hyundai that had slowed in traffic. The impact caused him to be forcibly ejected from his motorcycle and thrown into the roadway, where he was subsequently struck by a semi-tractor trailer. The crash brought traffic to a halt, forcing authorities to close all northbound lanes of Interstate 15 at Tropicana Avenue for several hours as investigators worked through the scene with care and precision.
The Nevada State Police shared that this collision marks the fifth fatal crash they have investigated this year—each one representing a life cut short and families forever changed. For those who knew Roger, the loss is far more than a statistic. He will be remembered as a vibrant young man whose life, dreams, and presence touched others in ways that will not be forgotten.
As news of his passing spreads, family members, friends, and the broader community are left to grieve a life taken too soon. Though his time here was brief, Roger’s impact endures in the memories and love of those who knew him.
May he rest in peace, and may his loved ones find strength and comfort during this difficult time.
