Mobility Scooter Users Stuck on Las Vegas Sidewalk Wire

A man and a couple using mobility devices were trapped on a wire covering near Koval and Sand before crews removed it.

Updated on Nov. 10, 2026 in Special Needs

Mobility Scooter Users Stuck on Las Vegas Sidewalk Wire

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A man using a mobility scooter got stuck on a wire covering on a sidewalk near Koval and Sand in Las Vegas, and four men had to shove his scooter off it. A woman and her husband were also stuck on the wire, and three men lifted her scooter and her off.

Why it matters

The incident highlights how obstacles on sidewalks can block people with mobility devices from traveling safely in Las Vegas. Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc. said it made modifications to ensure a clear and accessible path of travel.

Witness accounts and video show a mobility scooter cannot pass over the wire and becomes high-centered, and a person in a wheelchair struggled over it for a while. A wire still remains tucked into a crack in the sidewalk, and it is not clear whether that remaining portion poses the same risk.

The players

Las Vegas Grand Prix, Inc.

The organization responsible for the Las Vegas Grand Prix race said it made modifications to ensure a clear and accessible path of travel after the sidewalk incident.

The details

The man, who asked to remain anonymous, got stuck on the wire, which had previously been covered by plastic, and needed help to continue. Video also showed a person in a wheelchair struggling to get over the wire, and by the end of the day FOX5 saw the covering had been removed.

Over the past few days, the man experienced problems with the wire on the sidewalk.
About a half hour before he spoke to the reporter, a woman and her husband were stuck on the wire.
By the end of the day of the interview, the wire covering was removed.

Real-World Impact

The Americans with Disabilities Act requires accessible pedestrian routes, and this episode shows how a single wire on a sidewalk can block that access for people using mobility scooters and wheelchairs. The incident underscores why event operators must check pedestrian paths for hazards before and during large public events.

Riders of mobility scooters and wheelchairs in the Koval and Sand area should check sidewalks before traveling, since a wire still remains tucked into a crack in the sidewalk. Anyone who encounters a barrier like this can seek help from nearby pedestrians, as several men assisted the stranded riders.

The takeaway

Obstacles left on sidewalks can strand people with mobility devices, and quick fixes like removing a covering may not eliminate remaining hazards. Checking pedestrian routes before traveling can help riders avoid similar problems.