Two-Vehicle Crash Overturns Car in South Reno
A red-light collision at Damonte Ranch Parkway and Old Virginia Road left one vehicle on its side and prompted a rescue.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Accidents
Two vehicles collided at the intersection of Damonte Ranch Parkway and Old Virginia Road in south Reno after one ran a red light. One of the vehicles overturned, and Reno Fire Department firefighters extricated one person from it.
Why it matters
The crash snarled traffic at a busy south Reno intersection and required fire and emergency medical response. Its cause is still being examined, which may determine whether the red-light violation leads to charges.
Investigators have not released additional injury details, and the circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation. No charges or citations were reported in the extraction.
The players
Reno Fire Department
The municipal fire agency serving the city of Reno, responsible for fire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical response within city limits.
REMSA Health
A regional emergency medical services provider serving northern Nevada that delivers ambulance and emergency medical care.
The details
One vehicle ran a red light at the intersection of Damonte Ranch Parkway and Old Virginia Road in south Reno and struck another vehicle, causing one to overturn. Reno Fire Department firefighters extricated one person, and REMSA Health personnel evaluated those involved at the scene while crews worked to clear the intersection.
Timeline
Article about the crash and ongoing investigation was published November 5, 2026.
Legal Context
Red-light running is a moving violation under Nevada traffic law, and collisions like this one are the kind enforcement is designed to deter. How the Reno case is handled will show how local investigators apply those rules to intersection crashes.
Drivers using the Damonte Ranch Parkway and Old Virginia Road intersection in south Reno may face delays while crews clear the roadway. Police expect the roadway to reopen shortly, so commuters should allow extra time or consider alternate routes until then.
The takeaway
Intersection crashes often hinge on a single driver's decision to proceed on a red light, so staying alert at signals reduces risk for everyone. Drivers in south Reno should watch for slowed traffic near this intersection while the investigation continues.
Further reading
For similar local incidents, browse Accidents coverage across the Reno area.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Reno News.
