Fatal accident near Rainbow and Lake Mead

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LAS VEGAS (FOX5) -

Metro Police are investigating a fatal car accident in North Las Vegas Saturday evening.

It happened near the intersection of Rainbow and Lake Mead, just after 8 p.m.

Metro Watch Commander confirmed the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

FOX5 has a crew on scene and will bring you updates as they become available.

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