Brevyn Raining Bird Arrested in Mountain City Highway Fatal Crash [Elko, NV]

Passenger Dies in Elko DUI Collision

Elko, NV (November 20, 2022) – On Friday morning, the authorities arrested Brevyn Raining Bird, 25, following a Mountain City Highway fatal crash.

Officers say Raining Bird was driving along the twisting canyon road when his vehicle rolled off the highway into the river.

His passenger was thrown from the vehicle and officers suspect that the victim likely sustained a fatal head injury after hitting his head on a large boulder.

Moreover, Raining Bird told the officers he had multiple beers and hard liquor shots at Lone Mountain Station before driving north on the highway. He also said that the last time he used cannabis was the day before the accident.

Officers rushed Brevyn Raining Bird to the hospital in Elko and blood samples were taken prior to his arrest. 

Then, the officers booked Raining Bird at around 1 a.m. on charges of driving under the influence resulting in death or substantial bodily harm, and failure to maintain control on a highway.

Sweet Lawyers would like to extend our sympathies to the loved ones of the deceased in the Mountain City Highway fatal crash. May you find courage during this difficult time.

Talk to Us About a Possible Legal Claim

Unfortunately, a deadly incident like the Mountain City Highway fatal crash could happen at any time. Sometimes, a person’s negligence can have devastating effects on other people.

It is clear now more than ever that one person’s negligence can devastate others. This is quite common in accidents that result in death. Therefore, it is crucial that the family of the victim becomes aware that they have the authority to file a wrongful death suit.

Some circumstances that could result in a wrongful death are homicide, medical malpractice, transportation accidents, pedestrian collisions, police brutality, and any other instance caused by the wrongdoing of another person.

Economic and non-economic damages are considered when the bereaved files a legal claim concerning the Elko DUI collision.

These can include high medical bills, loss of benefits, funeral services costs, emotional distress, loss of income, loss of companionship, and much more.

In fact, when you hire us, Sweet Lawyers‘ legal attorneys will exhaust their best to ensure you get the maximum settlement. They will speak to witnesses, analyze evidence, and obtain relevant data that will help us win the case.

To the family of the victim in the Interstate 80 traffic collision, reach out to us. Our number is (800) 674-7852.