A 26-year-old man is facing several traffic-related charges after an “intersection takeover” attempt Sunday morning in the northwest Las Vegas Valley.
Albert Alonzo was arrested on two counts of disregard for safety of persons or property and one count of reckless driving/trick driving display, each a gross misdemeanor, according to the Metropolitan Police Department booking log and court records. He also was charged with driving without a license, no proof of insurance and operating an expired or unregistered vehicle.
As crowds left sanctioned events at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, “some attempted to take over intersections across the valley — putting drivers, spectators, and the community at risk,” Metro said on X.
“A vehicle takes over an intersection at Tropical Parkway and Celebration Way around 12:30 a.m.,” the post continued. “Our air unit tracks the suspect vehicle from above … until the car crashes. Officers move in and take the suspects into custody.”
Over a three-day, zero-tolerance operation:
— 77 arrests were made (66 adults, 11 juveniles).
— 59 vehicles were towed/impounded.
— more than 10 attempted takeover locations were disrupted.
— 19 out-of-state participants identified.
— 4 firearms recovered.
The North Las Vegas Police Department and Nevada Highway Patrol also contributed to the effort.
“Street takeovers aren’t entertainment — they’re dangerous, illegal, and put lives at risk,” Metro said. “If you choose to participate, expect enforcement.”
Alonzo, who posted $11,000 bail, is scheduled for a court hearing May 27.
Contact Tony Garcia at tgarcia@reviewjournal.com or 702-383-0307. Follow @TonyGLVNews on X.
