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Rescue Mourns Passing of Engineer Kelly Brinkerhoff Following Highway 50 Crash

LAS VEGAS, Nevada — The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue department and the Southern Nevada community are mourning the death of 48-year-old Fire Engineer Kelly Arthur Brinkerhoff, who died in an off-duty vehicle collision in Lander County, Nevada. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 6:39 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, along U.S. Highway 50 near mile marker 28, east of Austin. According to initial investigation reports from Nevada State Police, Brinkerhoff was operating a commercial truck cab without a trailer when the vehicle veered across lanes, left the roadway, struck a highway sign, and overturned in a dirt area. Emergency responders pronounced Brinkerhoff deceased at the scene. Brinkerhoff was a 24-year veteran of Las Vegas Fire & Rescue, having joined the department in 2002. During his decorated career, he served most recently at Fire Station 6 after serving for many years on C Platoon at Fire Station 1.

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Rescue Mourns Passing of Engineer Kelly Brinkerhoff Following Highway 50 Crash

LAS VEGAS, Nevada — The Las Vegas Fire & Rescue department and the Southern Nevada community are mourning the death of 48-year-old Fire Engineer Kelly Arthur Brinkerhoff, who died in an off-duty vehicle collision in Lander County, Nevada. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 6:39 p.m. on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, along U.S. Highway 50 near mile marker 28, east of Austin. According to initial investigation reports from Nevada State Police, Brinkerhoff was operating a commercial truck cab without a trailer when the vehicle veered across lanes, left the roadway, struck a highway sign, and overturned in a dirt area.

Emergency responders pronounced Brinkerhoff deceased at the scene. Brinkerhoff was a 24-year veteran of Las Vegas Fire & Rescue, having joined the department in 2002. During his decorated career, he served most recently at Fire Station 6 after serving for many years on C Platoon at Fire Station 1.
Respected for his leadership, integrity, and mentorship, Brinkerhoff drawn on his personal experience as a husband and father of five to guide younger firefighters across the department. Official Status and Nevada State Police Investigation
The Nevada Highway Patrol and Nevada State Police Highway Loss Reconstruction Unit are conducting an active investigation into the cause of the rollover collision. Las Vegas Fire & Rescue leadership issued an official statement extending condolences to Brinkerhoff’s family, which includes his wife and five children. The Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada and first-responder organizations across the state have extended full logistical support to the family. Formal firefighter honors and funeral arrangements were organized in coordination with regional fire service partners. Community Tributes and Expressions of SympathyNews of Brinkerhoff’s passing has drawn tributes from colleagues, local officials, and first responders throughout Nevada. Fellow firefighters remembered him as a pillar of strength, integrity, and service who dedicated his professional life to protecting the citizens of Las Vegas. Sincere thoughts, prayers, and community support remain extended to his wife, children, relatives, and his fellow members at Las Vegas Fire & Rescue.

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